TSA and Photography
Jul 28, 2017 18:39:34 #
Just read TSA will require all Photography Cameras, Lens, etc. to be taken out of their respective cases and placed into a plastic bin, such as has been used previously for Laptops, shoes, coats, wallets, change, keys, etc. So I would suggest that Photographers keep their lens in protective pouches, to help protect them in rolling around in the TSA plastic containers, this may also not be agreeable with TSA, time will tell. Not sure if this will apply to those passengers who are "TSA Pre-Screened". This extra security measures will surely add to longer and slower Security lines at U.S.A. airports.
Happy Flying to all of my fellow Photographers and have a Comfortable and Stress free trip.
If for any reason my info is not accurate, please let me know. Thanks.
Also, remember do not put your Delicate Photography equipment into "Checked Luggage", bags are tossed around and "Breakage" is a real possibility.
Happy Flying to all of my fellow Photographers and have a Comfortable and Stress free trip.
If for any reason my info is not accurate, please let me know. Thanks.
Also, remember do not put your Delicate Photography equipment into "Checked Luggage", bags are tossed around and "Breakage" is a real possibility.
Jul 28, 2017 18:53:29 #
Jul 28, 2017 18:53:47 #
Sign up for TSA PreCheck for $85/year and you will not have to take your gear out of your case.
Jul 28, 2017 19:00:17 #
Rongnongno wrote:
This is the third thread over this non-issue.
Why a non issue??
Jul 28, 2017 19:09:02 #
Silverman wrote:
Why a non issue??
The "issue" is that digital camera bodies will be treated as laptops have been. No lenses, no "etc", just bodies. Yes, that will undoubtedly slow lines even more, but I have a hard time treating this as an onerous requirement.
Jul 28, 2017 19:21:54 #
This is a non issue as you have no say over it, like everyone else you will have to submit to morons on a power trip.
We can discuss this **** until we are die and it will not change a damned thing.
Just get the 'pre-checked' clearance and move on.
We can discuss this **** until we are die and it will not change a damned thing.
Just get the 'pre-checked' clearance and move on.
Jul 28, 2017 21:31:41 #
DGStinner
Loc: New Jersey
rgrenaderphoto wrote:
Sign up for TSA PreCheck for $85/year and you will not have to take your gear out of your case.
Actually $85 for 5 years.
Jul 28, 2017 22:00:20 #
I have a photographer friend who called TSA and spoke to someone and that "someone" said TSA was still trying to figure out what it did mean but that batteries were the issue. So, don't be surprised about that, he said even flashlight batteries. Everyone should read the TSA information prior to posting as it does provide some information, such as TSA pre-check is exempt from the requirement (but that could change, too). I would not bet on anything being certain at this point. I am pre-checked and its worked well so far for in-USA flights. Overseas may be an altogether different issue. I am heading to Italy in Sept/Oct and just hope it is all figured out by then so I know what to do. In any case, remember that TSA pre-check only applies to US originated flights and every country will have its own set of rules. Leave lots of time to get through lines and be patient, not much else you can do about it.
Jul 28, 2017 22:52:35 #
DGStinner wrote:
Actually $85 for 5 years.
As I fly only once a year or so, I'd much rather take my gear out for screening than spend the $85!
It's just a matter of packing everything such to facilitate quick removal of items for separate screening. Come to the airport prepared, follow instructions, and the security check process will go smoothly.
Jul 28, 2017 23:03:54 #
Jul 28, 2017 23:35:07 #
TheDman wrote:
They haven't started enforcing it yet.
At Philadelphia International, they certainly have! On my trip last month, TSA agents even had me remove my non-electronic film camera for separate screening.
Jul 28, 2017 23:46:40 #
If you want to drive an automobile from point A to Point B, you must drive on strips of Concrete or asphalt or at least prepared gravel. You are not allowed to drive through corn or beans or even wheat in the field. You must fasten your seat belt, and you must have certain safety equipment - because it is the law.
I never hear anyone complain about that!
Moral of the story: If you want to fly, put up with the inconveniences!
I choose not to fly!
I never hear anyone complain about that!
Moral of the story: If you want to fly, put up with the inconveniences!
I choose not to fly!
Jul 28, 2017 23:55:45 #
TheDman
Loc: USA
rook2c4 wrote:
At Philadelphia International, they certainly have! On my trip last month, TSA agents even had me remove my non-electronic film camera for separate screening.
That was before the policy was even announced. They've always done occasional random bag checks... I'm sitting on a plane now, and nobody has asked me to take the camera out of my bag.
Jul 29, 2017 00:28:22 #
SS319 wrote:
I never hear anyone complain about that!
Because those laws make sense. This one doesn't.
We all know that if you drink before you drive, there is a good chance that you can kill someone due to alcohol. One death every 51 minutes
so... why is alcohol still legal and why don't we all need to be checked out before we start our cars?
Jul 29, 2017 00:44:11 #
TheDman wrote:
That was before the policy was even announced. They've always done occasional random bag checks... I'm sitting on a plane now, and nobody has asked me to take the camera out of my bag.
This was more than a random bag check - there were signs posted everywhere instructing passengers what to remove from carry-on bag for separate scanning, a list which also included all cameras. But perhaps what I experienced was simply a trial run before the policy officially goes into effect at all U.S. airports.
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