0
0
Vienna, Austria — Just in time for the start of the summer holidays, Vienna International Airport is rolling out a major upgrade that will change the way passengers pass through security. Beginning Saturday, 4 July 2026, the long‑standing 100‑milliliter limit for liquids in hand luggage will be lifted, thanks to the introduction of next‑generation CT scanners.
Airport board member Julian Jäger confirmed the launch in ORF’s Wien heute series Bei uns, noting that the new system will be fully operational on the first day of the school holidays. “Passengers can be sure that from the first day of the holidays they won’t need to take laptops or iPads out of their bags — and they can carry up to two liters of liquids,” he said.
A Long‑Planned Upgrade Reaches the Finish Line
Vienna Airport has been preparing for this transition for months. Most security lanes have already been converted, and the remaining stations will be equipped over the next two weeks. Until the official switch on 4 July, the 100‑milliliter rule will still apply.
The change aligns Vienna with a growing number of European airports adopting CT‑based security technology, which promises faster screening and fewer bottlenecks during peak travel periods.
How the New CT Scanners Work
The new scanners use computed tomography (CT) — the same technology used in medical imaging — to generate high‑resolution, three‑dimensional images of carry‑on luggage. This allows security staff to inspect bags more precisely without requiring passengers to remove liquids or electronic devices.
Key advantages include:
- Faster screening — fewer trays, fewer steps, smoother flow
- More convenience — laptops, tablets, and liquids stay inside the bag
- Higher security accuracy — detailed 3D imaging improves threat detection
Passengers will be allowed to bring up to two liters of liquids in their hand luggage — a dramatic shift from the restrictions in place since 2006.
What This Means for Travelers
For the millions of passengers expected to pass through Vienna Airport this summer, the upgrade promises a noticeably more relaxed experience. Families traveling with children, business travelers with multiple devices, and tourists carrying cosmetics or drinks will all benefit from the simplified rules.
The airport expects shorter queues, fewer delays, and a smoother start to the holiday season.
- source: 5minuten.at/picture:
