Pine Island Trip

The COVID-19 outbreak has triggered dramatic changes to how we travel. If you plan to jet off to Pine Island, these tips will help you navigate these new rules and challenges:

• Before booking your flight, check if any travel restrictions apply — in both your destination and origin. Get the latest updates by checking government websites.
• When you go through airport screening, keep your face mask on. You will be required to briefly lower it to verify your identity. Those who refuse to wear a face mask may be denied entry or boarding.
• Rather than handing a TSA agent your boarding pass, position it directly on the scanner yourself. Then, hold it up for inspection.
• You're permitted to take one container of hand sanitizer up to 12 oz (350 ml) in your hand luggage. You'll have to remove it for X-ray screening.
• To minimize handling during the screening process, place personal items such as your keys, wallet, phone and belt into your carry-on instead of the bins.
• Transport any food items in a clear plastic bag and also place them in a screening bin. Keeping your food separate from your carry-on makes it less likely that a TSA officer will need to open and touch your bag for inspection.

Physical distancing is just one element of new aviation strategies to minimize the spread of COVID-19. From the waiting lounge to your designated seat, these carriers will bring you to your destination with greater peace of mind:

• Southwest Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• American Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• United Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.