Enhanced screening for U.S.-bound flights

Enhanced security screening are set in place since this Wednesday Canadians travelling to the United States. The new security measures are being implemented by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and in force on all flights departing Canada.
The new measures include enhanced overall screening at departure airports, heightened inspection of personal electronic devices including tablets and laptops and increased security protocols at departure airports.Both WestJet and Air Canada have advised customers to arrive at the airport at least two hours before departure for a flight to the U.S. in order to allow for extra screening time.
In particular, electronic devices larger than a smartphone will need to be easily accessible for screening without cases or packaging.However there are no changes to the items that are allowed in carry-on and checked luggage.
The agency added that it believe air travel in the U.S. is safe due to a “robust” security system. The enhanced screening measures are being rolled at airports in 105 countries around the world.