What does a hold baggage search comprise of?
A hold baggage search is a thorough physical and visual check of your bag and all items it contains. This will be a methodical hand search undertaken by a security operative who will examine all items in your bag, which will include clothing, laundry items, toiletry bags and any other contents, bags, or containers.
Any hold baggage selected for a hand search will be examined in the presence of the owner.
Once the hand search is complete, the bag may be tested with a paper swab and items will be repacked by our security operatives. Your bag will then be placed onto the baggage conveyor system for your flight.
During the search if a prohibited or dangerous item is found, it will be removed and disposed of on site. Police Scotland may be contacted to assist with the prohibited or dangerous items.