Gyro is a flight compensation platform that helps you recover money when your flights are delayed, cancelled, or disrupted. We scan your email to find past and upcoming flights, check if you're eligible for compensation under global flight regulations, and handle the entire claim process for you. Think of it as money you're owed but never knew about.

It's simple: sign up, connect your email, and we do the rest. Gyro scans your inbox for flight booking confirmations going back 3 years, identifies which flights were delayed or cancelled, checks your eligibility under the applicable regulations, and files claims on your behalf. You don't need to fill out forms or deal with airlines - we handle everything.

Yes, signing up and checking your eligibility is completely free. We only charge a fee if we successfully recover compensation for you. If we don't win, you don't pay. Our fee is a one-time $19 filing fee plus 20% of the successfully recovered amount.

Our pricing is simple: $19 one-time filing fee per claim + 20% of the compensation we recover. For example, if we recover $600 for you, our fee would be $19 + $120 = $139, and you'd receive $461. There are no hidden fees, no subscriptions, and no charge if we don't win your claim.

What is the instant payout option?

Instead of waiting for the airline to process your claim (which can take weeks or months), you can choose to receive 60% of your estimated compensation instantly. We pay you upfront and take on the risk of collecting from the airline. This option is available on eligible claims once we've confirmed your flight qualifies for compensation.

What flights are eligible for compensation?

Flights that were delayed 3+ hours, cancelled, diverted, or where you were denied boarding may be eligible. The specific rules depend on which regulation applies to your flight - this is determined by your departure/arrival airports and the airline. Gyro checks eligibility under all major global flight compensation regulations automatically.

Which regulations does Gyro cover?

Gyro covers all major global flight compensation regulations including: EU261 (flights departing from or arriving in the EU on EU carriers), UK APR (UK flights), US DOT (US departures/arrivals), Canadian APPR (Canada flights), and Brazilian ANAC (Brazil flights). We continuously add support for new regulations as they become available.

How much compensation can I get?

Compensation amounts vary by regulation and flight details. Under EU261 for example, you could receive between 250 and 600 euros depending on flight distance. Under Canadian APPR, amounts range from CAD 400 to 1,000. Under US DOT rules, refunds and additional compensation vary. Gyro calculates the exact amount for each of your flights automatically.

How far back can Gyro check my flights?

When you connect your email, Gyro scans up to 3 years of flight booking confirmations. Many regulations allow claims to be filed up to 3 years (and in some cases up to 6 years) after the flight. This means you could have significant unclaimed compensation waiting for you right now.

What if my flight was delayed due to weather?

It depends on the regulation. Under EU261, airlines are not required to pay compensation for 'extraordinary circumstances' like severe weather, political instability, or security threats. However, under some other regulations like US DOT, different rules apply. Gyro checks all the details and only files claims where you have a valid case.

How long does the claims process take?

Most claims are resolved within 4-12 weeks, though some can take longer depending on the airline. Gyro handles all communication with the airline on your behalf, and you'll receive push notifications at every stage - when your claim is submitted, when the airline responds, and when your compensation is paid. If you don't want to wait, you can use our instant payout option.

Is it safe to connect my email?

Yes. We only request read-only access to your email - we cannot send, delete, or modify any emails. We only scan for flight-related emails (booking confirmations, itineraries, e-tickets) using specific search filters. Your access tokens are encrypted, and you can disconnect your email at any time from your profile settings.

What emails does Gyro read?

We only look for flight booking confirmations, e-tickets, itineraries, and boarding passes. We search for specific keywords like 'flight confirmation' and 'booking confirmation' in email subjects, and check for emails from known airline domains. We never read personal emails, and we never store email content - we only extract flight numbers and dates.

Can I use Gyro without connecting my email?

Yes. You can add flights manually by entering your flight number and date. However, connecting your email gives you the best experience - we can instantly import up to 3 years of flight history and automatically detect eligible claims you might have missed.

How do I disconnect my email?

Go to Profile > Connected Email and tap 'Disconnect'. This immediately revokes our access to your email. Any flights already imported will remain in your account, but we will no longer scan for new flights.

What are Gyro points?

Gyro points are rewards you earn by using the app - tracking flights, filing claims, completing your profile, checking in daily, and referring friends. You can spend your points on partner deals and offers in our marketplace, including travel gear, airport lounges, eSIM data packs, travel insurance, and more.

How do I earn points?

You earn points through many actions: 50 points per auto-detected flight, 200 points for connecting your email, 200 points per claim filed, 500 points when a claim is paid out, 100 points for completing your profile, 10 points for daily check-ins (with streak bonuses), and 500 points for each friend you refer. The more you fly and engage, the more you earn.

No. Gyro points never expire. Your earned points stay in your wallet until you choose to spend them.

What can I spend points on?

Points can be redeemed for partner offers in our marketplace. Categories include travel gear (luggage, headphones), airport lounges, eSIM data packs for international travel, travel insurance, food and drink vouchers, fashion, tech accessories, and experience bookings. New offers are added regularly.

Can I transfer or convert points to cash?

Points cannot be transferred between users or converted to cash. They are redeemable exclusively through partner offers in the Gyro marketplace.

How does the referral program work?

Share your unique referral code or link with friends. When a friend signs up using your code, you earn 500 points instantly. When that friend files their first claim, you earn an additional 250 points. Your friend also gets 250 welcome bonus points when they join. You can find your referral code and share options in Profile > Referral Program.

Is there a limit on referrals?

No. You can refer as many friends as you like and earn points for each one.

What does Gyro offer for businesses?

Gyro helps companies recover compensation from delayed and cancelled business flights. We connect to your travel management system or process flight data directly, automatically identify eligible flights, and handle the entire claims process. Companies typically recover thousands of dollars per year in compensation they didn't know they were owed.

How does Gyro work for companies?

We integrate with your existing travel booking process. You provide us with employee flight data (via your TMC, email forwarding, or direct upload), and our system automatically checks every flight for compensation eligibility. When eligible flights are found, we file claims on behalf of your company and handle all airline communication. You get a dashboard to track everything in real-time.

What size companies does Gyro work with?

Gyro works with companies of all sizes, from startups with a handful of traveling employees to large enterprises with thousands of flights per month. Our system scales automatically, and our pricing model means there's no upfront cost regardless of company size.

How much does Gyro cost for companies?

Gyro operates on a success-based model with no upfront fees, no subscriptions, and no per-seat costs. We take a percentage of the compensation we successfully recover. You only pay when we put money back in your pocket. Contact us for specific pricing based on your travel volume.

Is there a minimum number of flights or employees?

No. Whether your company has 5 traveling employees or 5,000, Gyro can help. There's no minimum flight volume or employee count required.

How much can our company expect to recover?

Recovery amounts depend on your travel volume, routes, and the airlines your employees fly. As a rough benchmark: with 50 employees traveling monthly averaging 8 flights per year, a company could expect to recover around $16,000 or more annually. We provide a free estimate based on your actual travel data.

What is the Company Dashboard?

The Company Dashboard is your central hub for tracking all flight compensation activity. You can see total flights processed, eligible claims, active claims, completed claims, total money recovered, and detailed reporting. It gives you full visibility into the compensation recovery process across your entire organization.

Who manages the account on our side?

You designate one or more account administrators who have access to the Company Dashboard. They can view all employee flight data, claim statuses, and recovery reports. Employees don't need to do anything - the system works automatically.

Do our employees need to sign up individually?

No. Gyro works at the company level. We process flight data centrally, so individual employees don't need to create accounts or take any action. The compensation goes directly to the company.

How do you get our flight data?

We offer several integration methods: direct connection to your Travel Management Company (TMC), email forwarding of booking confirmations, CSV/file upload of flight records, or API integration. We work with your existing tools and processes - no changes needed on your end.

Is our employee data secure?

Absolutely. We use industry-standard encryption for all data in transit and at rest. We only process flight-related information (names, flight numbers, dates, routes). We comply with GDPR and other applicable data protection regulations. We can provide our security documentation and sign DPAs upon request.

What data do you need from us?

At minimum, we need: passenger name, flight number, and flight date. Additional details like booking reference, departure/arrival airports, and cabin class help us process claims faster. All of this is typically available in your booking confirmation emails or TMC reports.

What else is Gyro building for businesses?

Beyond compensation recovery, we're building a comprehensive travel intelligence platform. Upcoming features include: Credits & Refunds tracking (airline vouchers and credits that often go unused), Policy Compliance monitoring, Proactive Trip Agent for real-time disruption handling, a Policy Engine for travel policy enforcement, eSIM for business travelers, and flight insurance. Our API-first architecture also means your existing tools and AI agents can integrate directly with Gyro.

Can we integrate Gyro into our existing tools?

Yes. Gyro is built API-first, which means it integrates with your existing travel management tools, expense systems, and internal platforms. We also support integration with AI agents and automated workflows. Contact us for API documentation and integration support.

How do we get started?

Getting started is simple: contact us at hello@heygyro.com, and we'll set up a brief call to understand your travel patterns. We'll then provide a free estimate of your potential recovery. Once you decide to proceed, we'll set up your Company Dashboard and begin processing your flight data - typically within a few days.

Is there a contract or commitment?

No long-term contracts required. Gyro operates on a pay-for-performance basis. You can stop using the service at any time. We're confident you'll stay because the service pays for itself.

How long until we see results?

Once we have your flight data, we can typically identify eligible claims within 24-48 hours. First compensation payments usually arrive within 4-12 weeks, depending on airline response times. Your Company Dashboard shows real-time progress on all claims from day one.

Gyro is built by Gyro AI, Inc., a travel technology company focused on making flight compensation effortless. We combine deep knowledge of global aviation regulations with AI-powered automation to recover money that companies are entitled to but rarely claim.

How can I contact Gyro?

Visit us at heygyro.com or email us at hello@heygyro.com. For business inquiries, use the contact form on our website.

Is Gyro available worldwide?

Gyro covers flights under EU261 (European Union), UK APR (United Kingdom), US DOT (United States), Canadian APPR (Canada), and Brazilian ANAC (Brazil). If your employee's flight departs from, arrives in, or is operated by a carrier from any of these regions, it may be eligible. We're continuously expanding coverage to additional regulations.

What is Gyro for Business?

A flight compensation platform built for companies with traveling employees. Automatically identifies eligible delayed and cancelled flights, files claims under EU261, US DOT, UK APR, APPR, and more, handles all airline communication on your behalf. Recovered funds go directly back into your company budget. No manual work required from your team.

Can you give me a pricing example?

Simple math, no surprises. We recover $600 for a disrupted employee flight. Our fee is $240 (40%). Your company receives $360.

Airport Liquid Limits in 2026: The Complete Guide

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Emmnuel

June 12, 2026

Key Takeaways

The standard airport liquid limit in 2026 remains 100ml (3.4 oz) per container, with all containers fitting in one clear resealable bag of roughly one liter.

Airports with approved CT (C3) scanners now allow individual liquid containers of up to 2 liters, including Heathrow, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Dublin, Rome Fiumicino, and Milan's airports.

The US has not relaxed its rules: the TSA 3-1-1 rule (3.4 oz containers, 1 quart bag, 1 bag per passenger) applies at all US checkpoints in 2026.

Medicines, baby food, and special dietary liquids are exempt from the 100ml limit everywhere, but you must declare them at security.

The airport liquid limit is changing airport by airport in 2026. Here's where the 100ml rule still applies, where you can now carry 2 liters, and what to do when security trips up your trip.

Did you know?

The 100ml liquid limit was introduced in 2006 as a "temporary measure" after a foiled terror plot. Two decades later it's still the default at most airports worldwide - though new CT scanners are finally starting to retire it.

You're at security with twenty minutes until boarding. The officer pulls your bag aside, fishes out a full-size sunscreen, and drops it in the bin. Nothing ruins the start of a trip quite like watching €15 of toiletries disappear - except maybe the queue that forms while it happens. And here's the frustrating part: in 2026, the airport liquid limit depends entirely on which airport you're standing in. Some now wave through 2-liter bottles. Others still enforce the same 100ml rule they introduced twenty years ago.

At Gyro, we deal with the aftermath of airport chaos every day - delayed flights, missed connections, cancelled departures. Liquids won't earn you compensation on their own, but the confusion around them causes real disruption. So here's the full picture: what the rules actually are right now, where they've changed, and what your rights are when an airport mess turns into a missed or delayed flight.

What is the airport liquid limit in 2026?

The default rule hasn't moved: each container of liquid, aerosol, gel, cream, or paste must hold 100ml (3.4 ounces) or less, and all of them must fit in a single clear, resealable bag. That applies to the container size, not the contents - a half-empty 200ml bottle still gets binned, because security measures the vessel, not what's left inside it. ‍

The twist is that 2026 is a transition year. Following recertification of CT scanning equipment by the European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) in July 2025, airports with approved scanners can allow containers of up to 2 liters. The result is a patchwork. Your departure airport might let you keep a full-size shampoo in your bag. Your return airport might confiscate it. Until the rollout finishes, the only safe assumption is 100ml unless you've checked both airports.

Here's how the rules break down by region right now:

Region	Standard limit	With CT scanners	Bag rule
European Union	100ml per container	Up to 2 litres at approved airports	1 clear resealable bag (approx. 1L)
United Kingdom	100ml per container	Up to 2 litres at most major airports	Liquids can stay in your cabin bag
United States	3.4 oz (100ml) per container	No change - 3-1-1 still applies	1 quart-size bag per passenger
Rest of world	100ml per container	Varies by airport	1 clear resealable bag

One pattern we see constantly at Gyro: travellers who follow the rules perfectly still get caught by the gap between airports. Pack for the strictest airport on your itinerary, not the most generous one, and your return leg won't cost you a bag full of toiletries.

Why does the 100ml rule exist?

It started in August 2006, when authorities foiled a plot to bring down transatlantic jets using liquid explosives smuggled in hand luggage. The 100ml limit went in as a temporary measure - and stayed for twenty years. The logic was simple: traditional X-ray machines cannot effectively distinguish a liquid explosive from a bottle of water, so the only safe option was capping the volume any one passenger could carry.

That's also why the rule is finally cracking. New CT scanners, known as C3 or Explosive Detection Systems for Cabin Baggage, use computed tomography to scan bags with far greater accuracy - the same technology hospitals use. They can analyse a liquid inside your bag without anyone unpacking it. Where that kit is installed and certified, the volume cap loses its purpose.

The road has been bumpy, though. The European Commission actually reversed early relaxations in September 2024, forcing airports with the new scanners back to 100ml over a technical issue, before re-approving recertified equipment in July 2025. If you've felt whiplash reading the headlines, that's why. ‍

Which airports let you carry more than 100ml?

The 2-liter club is growing, but membership changes month to month. As of early 2026:

UK: passengers at Heathrow, Edinburgh and Birmingham can take containers of up to 2 liters through security, and at all major UK airports liquids no longer need to come out of your bag. Luton and Manchester, however, still enforce the 100ml cap. London City and Teesside were among the first movers back in 2024.
EU: Rome Fiumicino and Milan's Linate and Malpensa airports began accepting containers up to 2 liters from 26 July 2025, and Dublin completed its rollout across both terminals by September 2025. Big German hubs like Frankfurt and Munich have CT scanners in only some lanes, so the 100ml rule still governs packing there.
US: nothing has changed. CT scanners at major hubs mean you often don't need to remove your liquids bag, but the 3-1-1 limits themselves still apply.

Two traps to watch. First, an upgraded departure airport doesn't help you on the way home if your return airport hasn't caught up. Second, some airports apply the 100ml rule to US-bound flights even where the 2-liter allowance otherwise exists, because of stricter American requirements. Check both airports' websites within a week of flying - this is one of the few travel rules that genuinely changes faster than guides can keep up.

From our side of the claims desk, the airports mid-rollout are the ones to budget extra time for. New scanners flag more bags for manual checks while staff bed in, queues stretch, and passengers cut it fine. If a long queue ends with you sprinting to a closed gate, knowing your departure airport's current setup in advance is cheaper than learning it at the belt.

What counts as a liquid at airport security?

More than you'd think. The rule covers liquids, aerosols, gels, creams, and pastes - a useful test is: if you can pour it, pump it, squeeze it, or spread it, security treats it as a liquid. That sweeps in some surprising items:

Toothpaste, deodorant sticks vs sprays (sprays count, solid sticks don't)
Peanut butter, jam, honey, and soft foods like yoghurt and soft cheese
Mascara, lip gloss, liquid foundation
Snow globes, contact lens solution, hand sanitiser

Water is the classic one. You can't bring a full bottle through security anywhere, but you can bring an empty one and fill it airside. Cheap, legal, and it spares you airport water prices.

What items are exempt from the airport liquid limit?

Every regulator carves out the same core exemptions. The EU's aviation security rules explicitly except special diets, baby products, and medicines from the 100ml restriction, and the TSA permits medically necessary liquids, breast milk, formula, and baby water in larger quantities, provided you declare them at the start of screening. ‍

Item	Limit	What to do at security
Prescription medicines (incl. liquids, insulin)	Amount needed for your trip	Declare it; keep prescription labels or a doctor's letter
Baby formula, breast milk, baby food	Amount needed for the journey	Declare it; expect separate screening
Special dietary liquids	Amount needed for the journey	Declare it; carry supporting documentation
Duty-free purchases (sealed bag)	No volume limit	Keep the tamper-evident bag sealed with receipt visible

The duty-free exemption deserves a warning. Liquids bought airside come in a sealed tamper-evident bag, and that seal is what protects them. Break it before your final destination - or connect through an airport that re-screens you under stricter rules - and that liter of whisky can be confiscated at the transfer point. Buy big bottles on the last leg of your journey, not the first.

Can I get compensation if security delays make me miss my flight?

Here's where liquid rules meet passenger rights, and the answer needs honesty: confiscated toiletries don't qualify for compensation, and a security queue alone usually won't either. Airport security is run by the airport or the state, not your airline, so EC 261 and UK261 don't treat a slow checkpoint as the airline's fault.

But the disruption rarely ends there. If your flight itself departs late and you land 3 or more hours behind schedule, the airline may owe you €250 to €600 regardless of what happened to you at security - our guide on how delayed flight compensation works walks through exactly when you qualify. And while you wait, airlines must cover meals, refreshments, and even hotel rooms once a delay passes set thresholds. Those rights apply whether the chaos started at check-in, the gate, or the scanner belt.

Something we notice again and again at Gyro: passengers who lose a sun cream at security remember it for years, but forget the 4-hour delay on the same trip that was worth €400. When people connect their inbox to our Autopilot scan, disrupted flights from up to 3 years back surface all the time - money that was always claimable and simply never claimed.

How should I pack liquids to get through security faster?

A few habits cover you at any airport, upgraded or not:

Pack to the 100ml standard unless you've confirmed both your outbound and return airports allow more.
Keep your liquids bag at the top of your cabin bag, even where you're told it can stay inside - manual checks are quicker when it's reachable.
Move anything over the limit into checked luggage, where no liquid volume cap applies (aerosols and alcohol have separate quantity rules).
Carry an empty water bottle and fill it after screening.
Photograph prescriptions and keep medical letters handy if you're carrying exempt liquids.

And give yourself margin. Airports with new scanners report faster queues overall, but the sensitive machines also trigger more manual bag searches, especially on items like bottles and food. The technology is improving the average experience while occasionally worsening the individual one.

The bottom line on airport liquid limits

The airport liquid limit in 2026 is really two rules wearing one name. The old 100ml standard remains the worldwide default, enforced everywhere from Manchester to Miami. The new 2-liter allowance is real but partial, live only at airports with certified CT scanners - and the list shifts constantly. Until the rollout completes, the smart play is boring: pack to 100ml, check both airports before you fly, declare your exemptions, and buy duty-free on your final leg.

What shouldn't get lost in the packing logistics is the bigger principle. The same trip where security binned your shampoo may have included a delay, cancellation, or missed connection worth hundreds of euros - enforceable money under rules airlines are legally bound by, not goodwill. Airlines bank on you not knowing that. We exist to flip those odds. Check your recent flights with Gyro, or connect your inbox and let Autopilot find every claimable disruption from the past 3 years while you get on with planning the next trip.

Lost time at the airport? Check what it was worth

If a flight on your trip was delayed 3+ hours or cancelled, you may be owed €250 to €600 under EC 261. Gyro checks your eligibility for free. You keep 100% of whatever the airline pays.

Free eligibility check in 60 seconds
Autopilot scans your inbox for claimable flights from the past 3 years
Care expense reimbursements (meals, hotels) included in the claim

Check what you're owed

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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is the 100ml liquid rule still in place in 2026?

Yes - 100ml per container remains the default rule at most airports worldwide.

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Airports with approved CT (C3) scanners can allow containers up to 2 litres, but they're still the minority.
The US applies the 3-1-1 rule (3.4 oz / 100ml) at every checkpoint with no relaxation in 2026.
Always check your specific departure and return airports shortly before flying, as the list of upgraded airports changes frequently.

Which UK airports allow 2 litres of liquids?

Heathrow, Edinburgh, and Birmingham are among the major UK airports allowing containers up to 2 liters, while Luton and Manchester still enforce 100ml.

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London City, Teesside, and Leeds Bradford were early adopters of the new scanners.
At all major UK airports, liquids can now stay inside your cabin bag during screening.
The allowance depends on the airport you depart from, so your outbound and return legs may follow different rules.

Can I take liquids over 100ml in checked luggage?

Yes - the 100ml limit only applies to hand luggage going through security.

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Full-size toiletries, drinks, and perfumes can all travel in the hold.
Separate quantity limits apply to alcohol over 24% ABV and to aerosols.
Pack liquids in sealed bags inside checked luggage, since pressure changes can cause leaks.

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Are medicines exempt from the airport liquid limit?

Yes - medicines you need for your journey are exempt from the 100ml rule at airports worldwide.

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Declare them to security staff at the start of screening.
Carry prescription labels, and ideally a doctor's letter for large quantities or injectables.
The exemption also covers baby formula, breast milk, baby food, and special dietary liquids.

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Emmnuel

About the author

Emmanuel is a consumer rights journalist specializing in air passenger regulations across the EU, UK, and US. With over 8 years of experience covering travel law, he has helped thousands of passengers understand their compensation rights. His work has been cited by major aviation publications.

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