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"Good afternoon sir. How are you today? I need to see yourboarding pass and ID please. Please remove your outermostgarment. You'll need to take your laptop out of the case andplace it separately in the bin. Sir, I would recommend removalof your shoes. They look like they will set off the metaldetector. Yes, I would also recommend removing your belt, aswell. Do you have any other metal or foil in your pockets, sir?Keys, cell phone, money clip, coins, gum wrappers, coldmedicine, batteries, lottery tickets, cigarettes? Sir, I'll needyou to place your newspaper and bagel in the bin please. No, I'msorry cigarette lighters and Swiss army knives are prohibiteditems. You will not be allowed to bring those on the aircraft.You may voluntarily relinquish these items; you may return themto your vehicle; give them to a non-traveling companion or mailthem home to yourself. Thank you, have a great flight, pleasestep through the metal detector now." If you've flown the friendly skies since 9/11, you'll noticesome major changes at the airport checkpoints. At times you'dthink you were stepping into a third world country with thedozen or more federal security screeners herding you through theprocess of merely getting to the gate prior to boarding theaircraft. Due to heightened security, new safety measures wereimplemented November 19, 2001. These measures should not belooked upon as invasive or time consuming, but rather offerpeace of mind knowing all others on the aircraft are screened inthe thorough manner. Following these tips will help you reduce your wait time at thesecurity checkpoint. Do not pack or bring Prohibited Items tothe airport. Place valuables such as


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jewelry, cash and laptopcomputers in carry-on baggage only. Tape your business card tothe bottom of your laptop. Avoid wearing clothing, jewelry andaccessories that contain metal. Metal items may set off thealarm on the metal detector. Avoid wearing shoes that containmetal or have thick soles or heels. Many types of footwear willrequire additional screening even if the metal detector does notalarm. Put all undeveloped film and cameras with film in yourcarry-on baggage. Checked baggage screening equipment willdamage undeveloped film. Checkpoint x-ray will not damage anyundeveloped film under 800 speeds. Declare firearms & ammunitionto your airline and place them in your checked baggage. If youwish to lock your baggage, use a TSA-recognized lock. Do notbring lighters or prohibited matches to the airport. Do not packwrapped gifts and do not bring wrapped gifts to the checkpoint.Wrap on arrival or ship your gifts prior to your departure. TSAmay have to unwrap packages for security reasons. Most importantly arrive at least 60-90 minutes prior to thedeparture of your flight to allow adequate time to check in andto be screened. The screening process cannot be expedited. Theemployees will do a thorough, consistent job regardless if yourflight leaves in an hour or in 3 minutes. Following these simple tips will ensure a safe, peaceful flight.Further information can be found at the tsa.gov website. About the author: Jay is the web owner of http://www.Rental-Cars-In.com Rental Cars , a websitethat provides information and resources on rental cars,vacations, airfare, hotels, and travel. You can visit hiswebsite at: http://www.hotels-in.net Discount Hotels

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