Electronics Targeted in Airport Checks

{{Heathrow Airport has told passengers to ensure all electronic devices carried as hand baggage are charged before travel if they are flying to the US.}}

It posted details of the new rule on its website and Facebook page.

The move follows a request from the US that “certain overseas airports” implement enhanced security measures.

The UK government has also revised its rules to state that if a “device doesn’t switch on, you won’t be allowed to bring it on to the aircraft”.

Affected passengers have been told they may also have to undergo extra screening measures.

British Airways has said that its customers face being made to rebook if they are found in possession of an uncharged device.

The Department for Transport declined to say whether other UK airports would enforce a similar restriction on flights to the US.

American officials said last week they were aware of a “credible” terrorist threat, but have not linked the security changes to any specific intelligence.

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