The US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has rolled-out new procedures at General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) and Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) for screening large electronics in carry-on bags.

The new rules require passengers to remove all electronic items larger than a mobile phone from all carry-on luggage. They must be placed in separate bins for X-ray scanning.

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Under the new security rules, TSA will place officers at the entrance of every checkpoint to help travellers arrange their carry-on items for screening.

TSA has urged passengers to place large electronics at the top of their bags for easier removal.

“Placing large electronics in a bin with nothing on top or below allows our officers to get a better view of these items and continues to raise the baseline on aviation security.”

Wisconsin TSA federal security director Mark Lendvay said: “TSA continuously enhances and adjusts security screening procedures to stay ahead of evolving threats.

“Removing electronics larger than a cellphone from carry-on bags and placing them in a bin with nothing on top or below allows our officers to get a better view of these items and continues to raise the baseline on aviation security.”

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TSA said that there are no changes to what passengers can bring through the checkpoint. Food and liquid items that meet the 3-1-1 liquids rule, electronics, and books will still be allowed in carry-on bags.

Additionally, TSA said that the new security rules do not apply to passengers enrolled in TSA pre-check lanes.

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