@colleenmarin8907
I have a packable backpack, that folds into itself, that I use for going thru security - I put everything from my pockets, my passport, liquids bag, devices, chargers and cords, and food in this, so I have everything I need to have separate in one place and can pull items out quickly, as needed. After security, I put everything back where it belongs and stow the packable backpack in my carryon, for use as a daybag during my vacation
@Pattiandphil1
I’m senior and it has saddened me on many occasions where I have seen grandparents travelling with families domestically not knowing what to expect at security or without any identification at the gate. Great advice to make sure everyone in your party is prepared.
@carolepeck3829
I have gone through manuel pat downs, swabbing, ssss. Sometimes missed flights as result. GET TO AIRPORT EARLY!
@kenbrown2808
the one that went unsaid is that saying "thanks" makes the TSA agents' day a little bit less of a headache. and agents without headaches are less inclined to be unduly picky.
@davg656
Google must know my flight is coming up because it is showing me TSA related videos like this one. Kinda big-data spooky since the flight was booked 8 months ago and only now is it queuing these up. I am glad it showed me this one.
@javelina100
Okay, keep in mind. Some of these are recommendations and not requirements. Check with TSA for requirements. Taking your passport in your hand through security will not always work. Carrying your passport through the body scanner is not considered "permitted". It is an option that they may allow or disallow. Of course, I always put everything I can inside my personal item to keep everything together so that nothing gets separated from me, other than going through the x-ray machine where there is no little person hiding and waiting to steal my things. My items are also readily identifiable and I watch that belt like a hawk from the moment I lose sight of the items until they come out on the other end. Never had a problem. TSA's policies are fluid just like the fluids rule and they change frequently depending on the airport and intelligence they may receive. I haven't had to take my fluids out of my bag and put in a bin, in a few years. However, if you are not sure, take them out. Better safe than sorry. Also, foreign countries have different rules than the U.S. sometimes. If not sure, ask.
@simmom1951
I learned the hard way to not put your passport in the bin. I got to the other side collected my stuff and thank goodness a minute later checked for my passport and it was gone. I went back and they looked for a while and finally found it in a bin. I was so nervous!
@sandyhumissouri5131
Thanks for making all of your videos short and sweet! No extra blah, blah, blah! ❤
@mutleymutley7474
Flying is so complicated today. I remember the good ole days when flying was as easy as hopping on a bus. Bought a ticket at the last minute, got to the airport minutes before the flight and on my way to Florida or the Bahamas. Now I have to plan weeks in advance, go through the TSA screening process and finally sit with passengers that appear to have never flown before or they think the flight is a party boat.
@justaskin8523
Yeah, I'm so glad that the TSA stops us criminals for having mashed potatoes.
@tammypearson4500
The nice holiday sweaters with a little sparkle will set the alarms off all the time. Been there, done that... more than once I admit. Great video! Happy week, Megan! 😊
@salvator222
I just love how you went straight up to the first rule without any into
@OrdenJust
My father once went through TSA and was stopped by agents as they examined his....tie clip! The art on the tie clip was an embossed relief of a flintlock pistol. The TSA agents were trying to decide whether the tie clip met the definition of either a firearm or a fake or toy pistol. My father told then to just throw it out if it bothered them that much, since he did not care about the tie clip.
@chadiesUtube
I’ve lost several pocket knives at the screening. Because I always have it with me, I often forget to pack it in my check in luggage, or leave it at home. I did have one removed from a checked bag, even when I was told I was allowed to have it in a checked bag. Maybe it was the same person who stole my wife’s new slacks that still had the tags on it.
@badarock177
Once the agent made me throw away a Dior lipstick that I had in my pocket, for “risk of explosives”. Please never have lipsticks or lipgloss in your pocket. Pack them in the liquids bag.
@tanzanite8908
5:56 if your elderly travel partner/parent uses a walker, make sure they are aware that the walker will be put through separate from them at the TSA line, so they need to speak up if they can’t walk 5 steps, or hold their balance, on their own. TSA has wooden canes that they will loan you to get through. And anyone with joint replacements that are metal need to speak up at the screening.
@orangehoof
I don't fly often but I realized I don't encounter several of the screening problems for two reasons - 1) I go through the screening early, as in 2-3 hours early. Many airports have places to eat after the security screen so kill time enjoying the meal you missed since you arrived early and 2) Keep key paperwork and other items in smaller compartments where you can access them easily. Same with liquids. And I loved your idea of putting ALL your change in a zippered pouch so that you can toss it in the bin and take it out in one motion.
@GrumpyForester
I love all of your recommendations, but the one that caused me a bit of anxiety for wherever my next trip takes me was the part about having a physical boarding pass as well as a digital pass. I've always done this, but the airline I fly on most frequently is in the process of eliminating the airport kiosks that would let me print boarding passes. I can print them at home, but I'm not particularly confident that the quality of my home printer will produce a QR code stamp that will properly scan at the airport. Just another moment for travel anxiety....
@AJStarhiker
I actually like to wear a jacket with large pockets. Since I know I'll be asked to take it off anyway, I don't have to fumble around to remove pocket items before going through security and everything stays together for pickup after.
@barrydraper