MILWAUKEE, Aug. 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Milwaukee-based Midwest Airlines said Thursday its flights operated normally under a revised series of security measures issued by the Transportation Security Administration. The measures went into effect after the Department of Homeland Security raised the threat level to Orange for all commercial aviation in the United States. Under the new measures, no liquids or gels are permitted in carry-on baggage; exceptions are made for baby formula and medicines. Liquids and gels must now be in checked baggage. To assist passengers, Midwest has temporarily increased its free checked baggage allowance to three bags per person. Carry-on baggage continues to be allowed on all Midwest aircraft. According to Scott Dickson, Midwest Airlines senior vice president and chief marketing officer, the increased security screening did result in some flight delays Thursday. Most delays, however, were less than 30 minutes in length. Additionally, some delays were caused by weather systems in other parts of the country. Dickson said the airline expects new screening procedures will run more smoothly on Friday and cause fewer delays. To further assist passengers, Midwest Airlines suggests the following travel guidelines: -- Allow extra time for check-in and security. Arrive at the airport 2-3 hours prior to departure. -- To facilitate security screening, passengers are encouraged to pack lightly, without clutter. -- Cooperate with TSA personnel at all checkpoints and gates; security officers may be inspecting carry-on baggage at the gate. -- Report any suspicious activity to airline or law enforcement personnel. -- For additional information, go the TSA's Web site at http://tsa.gov/ . Midwest Airlines features jet service throughout the United States. Skyway Airlines, Inc. -- its wholly owned subsidiary -- operates as Midwest Connect, which offers connections to Midwest Airlines as well as point-to- point service between select markets on regional jet and turboprop aircraft. Together, the airlines offer service to 47 cities. More information is available at http://midwestairlines.com/ . DATASOURCE: Midwest Airlines CONTACT: Media Inquiries, Carol Skornicka, +1-414-570-3980, or cell, +1-414-303-6516, or , or Analyst-Investor Inquiries, Dennis O'Reilly, +1-414-570-3954, or Dennis.O' , both of Midwest Airlines Web site: http://www.midwestairlines.com/ http://tsa.gov/

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