Flights from Dubai to the United States are affected by a laptop ban. Photo / AP
Flight Centre says it has a number of customers affected by new restrictions on what they can take on planes.
While popular routes through Dubai and Doha to Britain are not affected, the agent says it is working with those affected to ensure they were aware of the new rules
and how to comply.
A new security measure banning many electronic devices on flights from 10 mostly Muslim countries has been imposed by the United States and Britain.
The US and British governments, citing unspecified threats and attacks against airliners and airports over the past two years, announced they are barring passengers from airports in 10 countries from bringing laptops, tablets, cameras and other devices on board in carry-on bags. Only cellphones and medical devices will be allowed in the passenger cabins.
The British ban does not include the United Arab Emirates or Qatar. It is, however, applicable to all US-bound passengers from Dubai International Airport, whether originating or transiting through.
Egypt, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Tunisia and Lebanon are affected by the British ban.
Flight Centre NZ general manager retail Sue Matson said the new regulations posed some challenges and inconvenience for its customers .
