"Checkpoint Friendly" Laptop Bags

"Checkpoint Friendly" Laptop Bag Procedures
If you intend to use a "checkpoint friendly" laptop bag, make sure to check that:
• Your laptop bag has a designated laptop-only section that you can lay flat on the X-ray belt
• There are no metal snaps, zippers or buckles inside, underneath or on-top of the laptop-only section
• There are no pockets on the inside or outside of the laptop-only section
• There is nothing in the laptop compartment other than the laptop
• You have completely unfolded your bag so that there is nothing above or below the laptop-only section, allowing the bag to lie flat on the X-ray belt

Remember, a well designed "checkpoint friendly" bag must be packed appropriately if you intend to leave your laptop in your bag for screening.
Make sure your bag stays Checkpoint Friendly
Keep the laptop compartment free of pens, papers or any computer accesories. Anything that obstructs the view of the laptop may alarm the Security Officer which may require additional screening.

TSA will not approve or endorse any bag design or manufacturer. TSA will only allow laptops to stay in bags through screening if they provide a clear and unobstructed X-ray image of the laptop.

Disclaimer:
Given TSA's use of random screening protocols, TSA reserves the right to re-screen any bag or laptop regardless of the design of the bag.