Flippit® Saves the Day at Punta Gorda Airport!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

PUNTA GORDA, FL (July 24, 2026) - Beginning today, passengers departing from Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) no longer have to permanently part with valuable or sentimental items flagged at the security checkpoint. Through a new partnership with Flippit®, travelers can now ship prohibited carry-on items directly to their home or destination in less than a minute.

The new service allows passengers to quickly and conveniently ship TSA-prohibited carry-on items rather than surrendering them at the security checkpoint.

Flippit's patent-pending "Quick-Drop" system uses smartphone technology to help travelers safely, quickly and affordably ship items identified at security checkpoints. For a flat fee of $29, items are securely packaged, insured, tracked and delivered anywhere in the continental United States.

According to estimates from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), officers screen more than 5.5 million carry-on items each day at more than 440 airports nationwide. Each month, approximately 100,000 items-including pocketknives, tools, full-sized liquids and souvenirs-are surrendered at security checkpoints because travelers forget the rules or misjudge container-size restrictions.

Previously, passengers faced a difficult choice: surrender a valuable or sentimental item or risk missing their flight. With Flippit, travelers now have another option-ship the item to their home or destination and continue on to their flight.

How Flippit Works

Located directly in the security checkpoint area at Punta Gorda Airport, the Flippit service requires no apps, no user accounts, and no paper forms.

1. Drop: Grab a padded Flippit Bubble Envelope, insert the item, tear off the receipt stub, and seal and drop the envelope into the secure Flippit Dropbox.
2. Scan & Pay: Scan the QR code on your receipt stub using any smartphone camera before or after clearing security.
3. Ship: Enter the shipping address and payment details at your convenience.

Flippit accepts all major mobile payment methods (Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, Venmo) as well as major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Discover).

Pricing and Support

For a flat fee of $29, Flippit covers standard shipping (7-10 business days delivery within the 48 contiguous states) for any item that fits inside the standard bubble pouch. Every shipment includes $100 in standard insurance protection and full tracking.

For travelers requiring expedited shipping, international delivery, higher insurance coverage, or assistance with oversized items, live customer support is available by phone at 1-877-FLIPPIT (1-877-354-7748).

Commonly Saved Items

Flippit helps passengers safeguard a wide range of everyday and high-value items, including:

• Liquids & Foods over 3.4 oz: Honey, jams, maple syrup, craft sauces, perfumes, sunscreens, and premium toiletries.
• Tools & Crafting Gear: Pocketknives, Swiss Army knives, multi-tools, chef's knives, wrenches, and tools over 7 inches.
• Souvenirs & Keepsakes: Snow globes, gel candles, corkscrews, and decorative items.
• Outdoor & Sporting Goods: Hiking poles, tent pegs, carabiners, and multi-purpose tools.
• Grooming Tools: Specialty scissors, clippers, and manicure sets.

Reporters, bloggers, and travel influencers may request a complimentary Flippit Press Kit & Promo Envelope to test the service firsthand at Punta Gorda Airport. To request a press kit, email [email protected].

To view Flippit's 1-minute video demonstration, visit: www.flippit.com/howitworks

About Flippit Corporation

Founded in 2022, Flippit was born out of a common travel frustration when the founders' young son was forced to surrender a sentimental Christmas gift-a Boy Scout pocketknife-at an airport security checkpoint. Today, Flippit provides stress-free shipping solutions across 11 major regional airports nationwide, including Lehigh Valley (ABE), Bradley (BDL), Gerald R. Ford (GRR), Greenville-Spartanburg (GSP), Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP), Myrtle Beach (MYR), Norfolk (ORF), Punta Gorda (PGD), Rhode Island T.F. Green (PVD), Orlando Sanford (SFB), and Syracuse Hancock (SYR).

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