- Airport Security
As you head toward the security area, take a deep breath and remain calm. Check and be sure you have your boarding pass and a government-issued photo identification card ready for security personnel.
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- Airport Security
Before you get to the screening checkpoint, place your mobile phones, keys, loose change, money clips, PDA's, lighters, and metal hair accessories in your carry-on bag.
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- Airport Security
At the screening station, remove your laptop from its case and send it through the X-ray machine in its own plastic tray. Don't forget to label your laptop computer with your name, address and telephone number. These are one of the most frequently forgotten items at screening checkpoints.
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- Airport Security
Store all undeveloped film and cameras containing film in your carry-on baggage. Ask for a hand inspection if you want to ensure that the X-ray machine does not damage your film.
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- Airport Security
If you are bringing a gift to friends or relatives, wrap it after you arrive at your destination. Otherwise, you might have to unwrap it to pass through security -- even if it is in checked luggage.
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- Airport Security
Avoid carrying bottles of liquid through the screening checkpoint.
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- Airport Security
Take your time unpacking and repacking your belongings -- or you may leave your laptop, keys, or wallet behind.
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- Airport Security
Be prepared to remove your shoes and belt because many contain small pieces of metal.
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- Laptop
Pack your laptop so you can easily remove it and send it through the X-ray machine in its own plastic tray. Don't forget to label your laptop computer. These are one of the most frequently forgotten items at screening checkpoints.
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- Film
Store all undeveloped film and cameras containing film in your carry-on baggage. Ask for a hand inspection if you want to ensure that your film is not damaged by the X-ray machine.
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