Russia's Transportation Department will impose no restrictions on flight on Russian airliners to the United Kingdom and USA as a reaction on a majour terrorism alert in London. But Russian airports have increased security during passport and luggage control procedures. Most sheduled flights from Russia to UK and back have taken off. No considerable delays are registered. But passengers are adviced to come to check-in not less than 3 hours prior to the flight.
Aeroflot-Russian Airlines has brought in new security measures for passengers travelling to the USA. Hand luggage is restricted to a few essential items. No electronic devices, no books, no liquids including beverages, shampoo, creams, toothpaste and other are allowed to bring aboard. Only travel documents, necessary prescription medicine and baby formula can be taken into the plane. Beverages purchased in the sterile area must be consumed before boarding the aircraft.