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Top Ten Things Not to do in the Airport

  1. Don't get in the security check line behind a guy with a Laptop, PDA, PSP,Blackberry and portable DVD Player.
  2. Don't tell the TSA agent when they frisk you that they missed a spot.
  3. Don't sit next to somebody on the airplane with a fuse in their Sports Bottle
  4. Don't buy a case of butane cigarette lighters at the airport newstand.
  5. Don't tell the steward checking your picture ID "Oops Wrong One."
  6. Don't ask stangers to carry your make up case.
  7. Don't run through the terminal waving a plastic squirt gun.
  8. Don't coat yourself with metal body glitter before boarding.
  9. Don't wear explosive shoes!
  10. Don't tell the TSA agent "this is Achmed Mustafah Ali, he's my replacement pilot"

Top Ten Things to do to get through Security Faster!

  1. Carry-On Luggage - Think Small.The maximum size carry-on bag for most airlines is 45 linear inches (the total of the height, width, and depth of the bag).
  2. Put your personal belongings in clear plastic bags.
  3. De-clutter your carry-on bag. This lets our Transportation Security Officers get a clear, uncomplicated X-ray image of your carry-on.
  4. Look professional, before leaving for the airport, do your best to keep from looking sloppy and poorly groomed. You may be tired and jet-lagged, but keep in mind that appearance matters.
  5. Make sure all electronic devices have charged batteries. You may need to turn them on.
  6. Transfer all metal objects into your carry-on luggage and/or jacket pockets before approaching security.
  7. Travel in shoes that come on and off with ease.
  8. When dealing with security personnel, be cooperative. Don't complain, and don't make jokes, either. You may be misinterpreted.
  9. Check the TSA website for prohibited items before packing.
  10. Be calm and patient, stress and tension might be interpreted as nervous guilt.
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