Sunday, 14 August 2011

Luggage To Speed Up Boarding Process

By Gordon Frederick


People that are professional travelers, usually have the luggage to speed up boarding process. When you are in the process of making vacation plans, you need to consider luggage that is lightweight and efficient. People that travel frequently for business or even pleasure have learned the importance of packing light.

Many airlines offer self check-in. This confirms to the airline, that you have arrived. This will make the check-in process faster. Many different airlines are offering self check in at kiosk stations.

The kiosk is normally activated by a touchscreen. The kiosk requires you put in a confirmation number or credit card number to access your flight information. Once you put in the number, you should see your name and begin checking-in. The touchscreen will ask a question regarding a boarding pass. If you need a boarding pass, you will hit yes, and the pass will print right out. The next question will be if you have bags to check.

When in the process of checking bags, make sure you check the fess ahead of time for your airline. Some airlines, will give you the first bag for free and charge a fee for the rest. Each airline has different policies. Any items that you which to carry on board the plane should be placed in the compartment overhead. Check all bag weights, before you leave your house. Keep in mind that lighter is better when in the process of purchasing luggage.

There are numerous rules regarding airport security, since the 911 attacks. A passenger is not allowed to carry, firearms, a knife, box cutter or scissors over 4 inches in their carry-on bag. Even sporting items, such as, baseball bats, and golf clubs must be part of checked in baggage. Guns and other firearms, can be checked, if the passenger has the proper permits.

There are several security checkpoints at the airport. There is a rule regarding liquids that can be carried on the plane. The rule is called the 3-1-1 rule, which allows passengers to carry a liquid or gel in 3 ounces or less. The items allowed are, hair products, lotion and toothpaste. The items are to be in quart size, clear, bag. The limit is one bag per passenger. You should keep the bag at the top of your carry on for easy inspection.

All carry-on baggage must be scanned. All laptops, cameras, video cameras, and other items must be taken out of the carrying case and placed in a bin. Jackets, shoes, and coats have to be removed and put in a bin. The checked bags have to go through a screening process. Each individual passenger, has to be screened. All passengers must go through metal detectors. Any metal object, such as a belt, jewelry, and coins must be removed and placed in the bins. If you set off an alarm, you will be searched further, either by a hand wand or pat down.

Whether you are traveling for business or please, always remember to get to the airport, at least 2 hours before your time of departure. Also, try to exercise patience, when having to go through the security checkpoints. Keep the amount of luggage and the size at a minimum for faster boarding.




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