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Security check at the airport: relaxed and confident travelling

The security check at the airport is part of every flight and is a moment of anxiety for many travellers. Those who act in a structured manner at this point will travel more calmly. Long queues, sorting liquids or removing electronic devices do not have to be a stress factor. With the right preparation and a clear overview, the security check becomes a plannable part of the journey.

Modern technologies such as CT scanners speed up many processes and ensure that inspections are much more convenient today. However, it is not just the technology that is crucial, but also your own organisation. If you plan ahead, organise your hand luggage case clearly and use high-quality materials, you will experience calm and clarity even at busy airports.

Travelling starts with structure and ends with style. If you combine function, quality and confidence, you'll get through security at the airport without any hassle – and start your journey relaxed.

Precise processes for safe travelling: how the security check works

The security checkpoint at the airport serves to protect passengers and crew. It separates the public area from the security area and ensures that no prohibited or dangerous objects get on board the aircraft. In Germany, responsibility lies with the Federal Police, which often commissions specialised security services to carry out the checks.

A clearly structured process, modern technology and trained staff ensure that every inspection is precise, safe and efficient.

Security check at the airport: relaxed and confident travelling

Modern technologies such as CT scanners speed up many processes and ensure that inspections are much more convenient today. However, it is not only the technology that is decisive, but also your own organisation. If you plan ahead, organise your hand luggage case clearly and use high-quality materials, you will experience calm and clarity even at busy airports.

Travelling starts with structure and ends with style. If you combine function, quality and confidence, you'll get through security at the airport without any hassle - and start your journey relaxed.

Precise processes for safe travelling: how the security check works

A clearly structured process, modern technology and trained staff ensure that every inspection is precise, safe and efficient.

Security check procedure

The check follows a fixed pattern that is similar at all German airports. First the boarding pass is checked, then the hand luggage and finally the person. Jackets, belts and metal objects are placed in trays provided. Depending on the technology used, liquids and electronic devices are presented separately or may remain in the baggage.

If you inform yourself, organise your hand luggage clearly and follow the instructions of the staff, you will experience the security check as a predictable step on the way to the gate. Calmness, organisation and a high-quality suitcase help to ensure that this moment of the journey is as pleasant as the flight itself.

Security check procedure

X-ray scanner and CT scanner in comparison

During the security check, hand luggage is checked using an X-ray or CT machine. Traditional X-ray scanners produce two-dimensional images, while modern CT scanners display the contents in three dimensions and capture them much more precisely. This means that less baggage needs to be opened, which speeds up the process noticeably and makes it more convenient for travellers.

CT scanners are already in use at major airports such as Munich, Frankfurt, Berlin and Hamburg. They often allow liquids and electronic devices to remain in baggage. However, this technology is not yet available across the board. At airports with mixed equipment, it depends on the respective control lane whether the new rules apply.

Travellers should therefore always pay attention to the signs and instructions from security staff. This way, the process can be easily adapted to the available technology and the check can be carried out without unnecessary delays.

Organisation creates calm: this is how to control without hectic rush

Good preparation starts at home. If you know what is allowed at the security checkpoint and how the procedures work, you will be much more relaxed when travelling. Small details determine whether the control process is organised and calm.

Liquids: At airports with modern CT technology, liquids may remain in hand luggage in future. However, this regulation has not yet been implemented everywhere, which is why the familiar liquids rule still applies. Liquids are only permitted in containers of up to 100 millilitres, packed in a transparent, resealable one-litre bag. If you keep this bag to hand, you can quickly present it if necessary.
Electronic devices: The procedure for electronic devices also depends on the technology used. In the case of CT scanners, laptops, tablets and cameras may remain in hand baggage. Where older scanners are still used, they must be placed separately in a control tray. It is worth stowing these devices in an easily accessible place in the suitcase or rucksack so that they can be removed quickly at the right moment.
Clothing: Comfortable and functional clothing facilitates control. Avoid belts, jewellery or accessories with metal parts if possible. Shoes that are easy to put on and take off and a jacket with practical pockets provide additional comfort.

Checklist for the security check

A short checklist helps you to think of everything:

Boarding pass and ID card
Liquid bag according to 100 ml rule
Laptop or tablet
Jacket, belt and metallic objects
Hand luggage with a clear structure

If you prepare your luggage carefully and know the applicable rules, you will travel more calmly and reach the gate without stress. Even if not all lanes are equipped with CT scanners, this preparation ensures that the process remains organised and efficient.

Clarity in your luggage: what belongs in your hand luggage

Hand luggage is at the centre of every security check. The decisive factor is which items may be carried. Sharp or pointed objects, tools and large containers of liquids always belong in checked baggage. Powerbanks, batteries and sensitive technology remain in your hand baggage.

With the introduction of CT scanners, the removal of liquids and electronic devices is no longer necessary at many airports. This makes the process much faster and more pleasant. Nevertheless, organisation remains important. Transparent bags, clear compartmentalisation and stable materials ensure a clear overview.

Allowed in hand luggage	Not permitted in hand luggage
Liquids up to 100 ml in a 1-litre bag Laptop, tablet, camera, power bank Solid cosmetic products and liquids up to 100 ml Medication in original packaging Snacks and solid foods Disposable razor with protective cap	Liquids over 100 ml Devices with defective/dead batteries Sprays or perfume bottles over 100 ml Liquid medication over 100 ml without detection Liquid dishes such as yoghurt or soup Knives, scissors, tools

Well-designed hand luggage ensures that all important items are safely stowed away and quickly accessible. TITAN Cabin case are designed to be easy to handle even on modern security lines. With precise interior compartments, smooth-running wheels and integrated TSA locks, they combine convenience and security - perfect for travellers who value structure and style.

X-ray scanner and CT scanner in comparison

Travellers should therefore always pay attention to the signs and instructions from security staff. This way, the process can be easily adapted to the technology available and the check can proceed without unnecessary delays.

Organisation creates calm: this is how to control without hectic rush

Liquids: At airports with modern CT technology, liquids may remain in hand luggage in future. However, this regulation has not yet been implemented everywhere, which is why the familiar liquids rule still applies. Liquids are only permitted in containers of up to 100 millilitres, packed in a transparent, resealable one-litre bag. If you keep this bag to hand, you can quickly present it if necessary.
Electronic devices: The procedure for electronic devices also depends on the technology used. In the case of CT scanners, laptops, tablets and cameras may remain in hand baggage. Where older scanners are still used, they must be placed separately in a control tray. It is worth stowing these devices in an easily accessible place in the suitcase or rucksack so that they can be removed quickly at the right moment.
Clothing: Comfortable and functional clothing facilitates control. Avoid belts, jewellery or accessories with metal parts if possible. Shoes that are easy to put on and take off and a jacket with practical pockets provide additional comfort.

Checklist for the security check

A short checklist helps you to think of everything:

Boarding pass and ID card
Liquid bag according to 100 ml rule
Laptop or tablet
Jacket, belt and metallic objects
Hand luggage with a clear structure

Clarity in your luggage: what belongs in your hand luggage

Allowed in hand luggage

Liquids up to 100 ml in a 1-litre bag
Laptop, tablet, camera, power bank
Solid cosmetic products and liquids up to 100 ml
Medication in original packaging
Snacks and solid foods
Disposable razor with protective cap

Not allowed in hand luggage

Liquids over 100 ml
Devices with defective/dead batteries
Sprays or perfume bottles over 100 ml
Liquid medication over 100 ml without detection
Liquid dishes such as yoghurt or soup
Knives, scissors, tools

Well thought-out hand luggage ensures that all important items are safely stowed away and quickly accessible. TITAN Cabin case are designed to be easy to handle even on modern security lines. With precise interior compartments, smooth-running wheels and integrated TSA locks, they combine convenience and security - perfect for travellers who value structure and style.

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Routine with style: efficient travelling for frequent flyers

Experienced travellers know that serenity is the result of structure. If you know your procedures and are well prepared, you will arrive at the gate confidently and without stress. Clear organisation ensures that even busy airports lose their stress.

Arrive early: Plan enough time. For flights within Europe, two hours before departure is a good guideline, for long-haul flights three hours is better. This leaves enough time for check-in, baggage drop-off and security checks without putting you under pressure.
Priority access: Many airports offer separate lanes for frequent flyers or business passengers. These so-called priority or fast lane accesses noticeably reduce waiting times and make the process much more convenient.
Preparation before the check: Liquids and electronic devices should still be easily accessible at checkpoints with classic X-ray technology. If you organise your luggage accordingly, you will save time and keep the process calm and orderly.

Anyone who travels regularly knows that structure starts with choosing the right luggage. A Business trolley from TITAN with integrated front pocket allows quick access to laptop, documents and travel documents - without having to open the entire hand luggage. This well thought-out solution is ideal for frequent travellers who value precision and comfort.

This turns every day at the airport into an organised routine that conveys calm and confidence - even when the terminals are full.

Routine with style: efficient travelling for frequent flyers

Arrive early: Plan enough time. For flights within Europe, two hours before departure is a good guideline, for long-haul flights three hours is better. This leaves enough time for check-in, baggage drop-off and security checks without putting you under pressure.
Priority access: Many airports offer separate lanes for frequent flyers or business passengers. These so-called priority or fast lane accesses noticeably reduce waiting times and make the process much more convenient.
Preparation before the check: Liquids and electronic devices should still be easily accessible at checkpoints with classic X-ray technology. If you organise your luggage accordingly, you will save time and keep the process calm and orderly.

This turns every day at the airport into an organised routine that conveys calm and confidence - even when the terminals are full.

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From the security check to the destination: travelling with clarity and quality

The security check at the airport is an integral part of every journey - and with the right preparation, it becomes a moment of calm rather than a hectic one. If you know the procedures, pack in a structured way and choose high-quality materials, you will experience the security check process as part of a confident travelling experience. Today, modern CT scanners make many steps easier and faster, but true ease comes from organisation and clarity.

TITAN stands for the same standards of precision and comfort that characterise the new control technology. Whether aluminium cases or hard-shell cases, each model combines stability, function and timeless design. So every journey begins with structure - and ends with the feeling of travelling in style and peace of mind.

Travelling means trust, quality and durability. This is exactly what TITAN stands for.

From the security check to the destination: travelling with clarity and quality

Travelling means trust, quality and durability. This is exactly what TITAN stands for.

Frequently asked questions about security checks

What happens at the security check?

The security check follows a clear procedure that is similar everywhere. Travellers place their hand luggage in the trays provided and then pass through the security checkpoint. The security staff only check whether all the requirements have been met. The check is a structured, routine process that is supported by modern technology and usually only takes a few minutes.

How long does the security check at the airport take?

The duration depends on the time of day, the airport and the technology used. With modern CT scanners, the process is significantly shorter as less baggage needs to be opened. As a rule, the check takes between five and twenty minutes. However, it can take a little longer during holiday periods or when there is a high volume of passengers. If you arrive at the airport on time, you will stay relaxed and avoid time pressure.

Do I still have to take out my laptop?

At airports with CT scanners, laptops and tablets can remain in your hand luggage as the devices can be scanned precisely. Where conventional X-ray technology is still in use, electronic devices must still be checked separately. It is therefore advisable to stow these easily accessible in the top compartment of your hand baggage.

Does the liquid rule still apply?

Liquids can remain in hand baggage in terminals with CT technology, as the scanners clearly recognise their contents. At checkpoints without these devices, the familiar rule still applies: a maximum of 100 millilitres per container in a transparent, sealable one-litre bag. Travellers should always observe this rule, as not all lanes are equipped with CT scanners.

What happens during a follow-up check?

If an item cannot be clearly recognised on the scanner image, the baggage is checked manually. Security staff will open the suitcase or bag together with the traveller and check the contents. These follow-up checks usually only take a few minutes and are purely routine.

Are there differences between domestic and international flights?

The security check is basically the same. However, international flights are often followed by additional passport or document checks, especially for flights outside the Schengen area. If you have all your documents to hand, you will pass through these checks quickly and without delay.