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August 04, 2007
Surprise! Effective Today, TSA Tightens Rules Regarding Inspection of Electronic Carry-0n Items
Effective today, new TSA rules will govern how airline passengers carrying electronic items will have to submit those items for inspection at security check points.
Previously, only laptop computers had to be placed separately on a conveyor belt. But as of today, the TSA requires you to remove video games, video cameras, DVD players and CD players from your carry-on bags (or coat pockets) so they may be run through X-ray machines separately. While iPods and other MP3 players aren't included in this surprise, new ruling, I wouldn't be shocked if any number of front-line TSA employees think they might be. So put on your best game face and allow a little extra time to pass through security lines as passengers get used to the new rules.
Will overseas airports mimic the TSA ruling? They often do. On Sunday, I'm flying via Amsterdam to St. Petersburg, Russia, to begin shooting the first of 13 overseas shows for my sixth series of public television travel shows, so I'll report back from the field.
Posted by Rudy Maxa in Late-Breaking News | Permalink
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That you're starting a new set of shows is happy news for me (and your many other fans, I'm sure)! Safe travels!
Posted by: Jess | Aug 4, 2007 10:11:59 PM
Wow, I can only say that is very bitter sweet. I'm all down for more security and I only travel 1-2 times a year but I can imagine what a drag it is for a travel group like the Maxa posse. So I'll need 3 bins the camcorder, laptop, iPhone, iPod, light, batteries, chargers, yadda yadda yadda.
Posted by: Jimmy CraicHead Travel | Aug 4, 2007 10:29:44 PM
My wife and I enjoy your narratives and descriptions of all your travels and their venues! In your visit to Budapest we wondered why you did NOT include the fabulous archeological site of Aquincum, the 1st to 4th century AD Roman town, as a MUST see place. The place is really interesting and is NOT hard to get to by public transport. We hope you do NOT mind our commet. Meanwhile, best regards, and happy and safe traveling!! By the way, we do love the intoroductory music of your beautiful programs. Thanks.
Posted by: C. A. Audeh, Ph. D. | Aug 8, 2007 7:09:42 PM
I went through TSA at Boise this week and they informed me they want printers in their own "little gray tub" as well.
Posted by: Tom | Aug 31, 2007 1:50:11 PM
