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Tuesday, November 23, 2010 at 5:32 PM - For Immediate Release

Sacramento International Airport Ready for Busy Thanksgiving Travel Week

Preparation, Patience Key to Stress-Free Holiday Travel

SACRAMENTO, CA. — Travelers rushing to visit family and friends for Thanksgiving by way of Sacramento International Airport can reduce holiday travel stress by being well prepared for departure. With new secondary screening procedures and Big Build construction continuing, travelers and those picking up loved ones at the airport need to be aware of some changes.

What do I need to know about security at Sacramento International Airport? Travelers concerned about new security screening procedures should review guidelines for carry-on baggage – especially the 3-1-1 liquid and gel rule – and be well prepared to enter the checkpoint. Of the two secondary screening procedures – Backscatter scan and enhanced pat-down – Sacramento International only has the enhanced pat-down procedure available. The majority of passengers who are well prepared for the checkpoint will likely not require secondary screening after passing through the familiar primary detection devices.

Does Sacramento International Airport have enough parking for everyone? The airport is well prepared for increased numbers of travelers during Thanksgiving. While drivers should be prepared to possibly find that their favorite parking location is filled to capacity and have ample time for a change of plan, Sacramento International is prepared to accommodate travelers on site. Current parking conditions are broadcast to a 5 mile radius from the airport on 530 AM. Parking lot closures – if and when they occur - will also be posted on roadside signage and on the overhead parking way finding signs. Posted rates will apply for the lot a vehicle is parked in; discounts will not be offered.

Will Big Build construction efforts affect roadway traffic at Sacramento International Airport? The roadway that once allowed drivers to travel directly to Terminal B has closed,
requiring all vehicle traffic to move past Terminal A. Traffic will be divided during peak periods to help traffic move with ease but congestion is anticipated. Drivers picking up passengers should either use the free Cell Phone lot to wait until passengers collect luggage prior to proceeding to the terminal or park in one of the Hourly Parking areas and meet their passengers in the terminal.

Sacramento County Airport System is responsible for planning, developing, operating and maintaining the county’s four airports: Sacramento International Airport, Executive Airport, Mather Airport and Franklin Field. For more information, visit www.sacairports.org.

Travel Tips

Before Your Flight:

  • Make sure your carry-on luggage meets your airline’s requirements.
  • Know if you will be charged to check luggage and what the maximum allowable weight for each checked bag is.
  • Check the TSA website for guidance regarding prohibited and permitted items.
  • The amount of liquids and gels you may carry on an aircraft is strictly limited.
    • Containers can hold no more than 3 ounces or 100 milliliters.
    • All containers holding liquids and gels must be contained in a single one-quart clear, zip-top bag.
    • Pack liquids and gels in checked luggage.
  • Foods and beverages that are liquids and gels and cannot fit into the single one-quart, clear, zip-top bag cannot be carried on.
    • Pack them in checked luggage or ship separately.
  • All gifts should remain unwrapped until you reach your destination.
    • The TSA may need to remove wrapping to inspect the items.
  • Wear comfortable clothing and shoes that are easy to remove.
  • Do not pack valuables in checked luggage.

Behind the Wheel:

  • Speed limits are strictly enforced for safety.
  • Cell phones must be used hands-free.
  • Tune your radio to 530 AM for current parking conditions and traffic controls.
  • Watch for cones, pedestrians and personnel.
  • By law, drivers must stop for pedestrians in the striped crosswalks.
  • Parking or waiting at the curb is strictly prohibited.
    • Park in the Hourly Parking Lot and greet guests personally.
    • Use the Cell Phone Lot to wait for guests.
  • Wait for guests to collect luggage prior to departing the lot to connect with your guests on the first pass.
  • When parking at the airport, make sure that all valuables are stowed out of sight and that the vehicle doors are locked before proceeding to the terminal.

At the Airport:

  • Have your boarding pass and government-issued photo identification out when approaching the checkpoint.
  • Put all belongings other than luggage into bins.
    • Remove your jacket or sweater.
    • Remove your shoes.
    • Make sure that all items with metal have been removed and placed in the bins.
    • Put your bag of liquids and gels on top of your other items.
  • Make sure your belongings have entered the device and show your boarding pass before entering the detector.

The Sacramento County Department of Airports is responsible for planning, developing, operating and maintaining the county’s four airports: Sacramento International Airport, Executive Airport, Mather Airport and Franklin Field. Sacramento International Airport offers more than 155 daily nonstop flights on 12 domestic and international carriers to 36 destinations. The regional economic impact of the Sacramento County Department of Airports is more than $4 billion annually. For more information, visit sacramento.aero.

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