Don Mueang finds 1,122 banned items in 927 checked bags in first week of new rules
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Don Mueang Airport found 1,122 prohibited or non-compliant items in 927 checked bags between October 16 and 22, the first week of new inspection rules. Items included power banks, lighters and e-cigarettes. Officers may now open bags without the owner present if suspicious, the airport said.
Why it matters
Travellers using Don Mueang may have checked bags opened without being present. Passengers are advised to carry power banks and spare lithium batteries in cabin baggage and to use TSA-approved locks.
What's next
Don Mueang said it will continue enforcing the inspection measures and urged passengers to cooperate with security staff.
Key dates
- October 16New checked-baggage inspection rules from the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand take effect.
- October 16–22Don Mueang records 1,122 prohibited or non-compliant items in 927 checked bags.
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