"Anyone

planning on flying should check with their airline regarding the level

of service and flight schedules, and be sure to allow plenty of time to

deal with our new security procedures. There will be some inconveniences,

but safety will be the first element of our system to be restored,"

the secretary said.

Wednesday,

Mineta had approved a limited reopening of the system, allowing aircraft

diverted during Tuesday's terrorist attacks to continue to their destinations

or be repositioned in anticipation of today's decision.

At the same

time, he announced a series of heightened security measures, including

a ban on curb side luggage check-in and off-airport passenger check-in.

Before being allowed to reopen, airports must clear their terminals of

people and conduct thorough searches. Once reopened, airports will feature

an increased presence of law enforcement officers, restricted access beyond

the screening area and other restrictions.

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