US and UK Laptop Bans On Some Middle East Flights Come Into Effect

A ban on laptops and tablets in cabin baggage on flights from Turkey and some countries in the Middle East and North Africa to the US and UK has come into effect. Officials say devices “larger than a smartphone” must travel in the hold because of an increased risk that they could contain explosives. At … Read more

US To Ban Laptops and Tablets On Flights From Eight Countries

The US is banning electronic devices from cabin baggage on flights from eight mainly Middle Eastern and North African countries. A US government source told the BBC that the measure would affect nine airlines operating out of 10 airports. US media reported the order was sparked by intelligence gathered overseas. It will reportedly include all … Read more

US To Ban Laptops and Tablets On Flights From Eight Countries

The US is banning electronic devices such as laptops and tablets from cabin baggage on flights from eight Middle Eastern and North African countries. A US government source told the BBC that the measure would affect nine airlines operating out of 10 airports. US media reported the order was sparked by intelligence gathered overseas. It … Read more

US Poised To Curb Electronic Devices On Middle East Flights

The United States is poised to ban large electronic devices such as laptops or cameras on board flights from up to a dozen Middle East nations, according to two airlines from the region and media reports. A tweet from Saudi Airlines and one — subsequently deleted — by Royal Jordanian airlines informed their customers of … Read more