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Federal officials announce airport ban on cigarette, butane lighters
WASHINGTON Federal security officials have announced a ban on all butane lighters aboard airplanes. The Transportation Security Administration says lighters will also be prohibited in airports beyond security checkpoints. The ban applies to people carrying lighters "on their person" or in their carry-on luggage. Such lighters are already banned from checked baggage. A statement from a T-S-A official says the provision closes a "potential vulnerability" in air security. The ban covers "all lighters" -- including electric- or battery-powered lighters, Zippo-type lighters and novelty items. The T-S-A says the policy will be fully enforced by mid-April. Copyright 2005 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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