Passenger Security

Security remains a top priority at Launceston Airport. On-site security measures are regularly monitored and the airport continues to meet stringent security standards set by the Federal Government.

Passenger Screening
All departing passengers are subject to security screening prior to boarding aircraft. Launceston Airport reminds passengers that sharp items, such as nail clippers, scissors, pocket knives and metal nail files, should not be packed in carry-on luggage. Please ensure any items of this kind are packed in your checked luggage. Detection of these items at screening points will increase the wait time for passengers.

Please ensure you do not carry any inflammable liquids gasses or other dangerous goods with you or in your bags. Those items will also be removed by security staff when detected.

Laptop computers must be removed from bags at the security point and screened separately. Electronic equipment will not be damaged by x-ray screening.

Checked baggage is also subject to screening. Please contact your airline for further information about what can and cannot be taken on board, either in carry-on luggage or in your checked-baggage.

Pick up / Drop off
For security reasons, vehicles collecting or dropping off passengers at the front of the terminal must be attended AT ALL TIMES. Any vehicle left unattended will be subject to an immediate fine and may be towed. Attended vehicles can only remain in the pick/up drop/off area for a maximum of 2 minutes.

Launceston Airport offers a $2 for up to 30 minutes tariff at the Short Term Car Park to reduce the need for front of terminal parking.

Unattended Baggage
Baggage must never be left unattended in public areas. All such baggage will be treated as suspicious. All baggage should be clearly tagged with your contact details.

Storage / Luggage Facilities
Unfortunately there are no storage/luggage facilities at Launceston Airport due to security restrictions. We apologise for any inconvenience, however, public safety is our highest priority.

Security-related Threats
Passengers and airport visitors are warned that all threats and comments made about carrying of weapons or explosives - whether intended as a joke or not - will be taken seriously and may result in refusal of carriage onto the flight and prosecution.

Medical
Passengers with medical conditions are advised to contact their airline in relation to the carriage of medical equipment through screening points and on board their flight.

Travel Advice
For advice on travel warnings, visas and consular services, visit the Federal Government´s Smart Traveller website, www.smartraveller.gov.au.

General Security Information
Federal Government Airport Security