DO NOT Wear This in Airport Security | (#5 is a TSA Red Flag!)

[@PortableProfessional]

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[@seanwainwright2627]

Your advice on sandals, slip-ons, flip-flops, or any other kind of flimsy footwear, regardless of socks or no socks, is completely WRONG according to aviation safety experts. In the event of any emergency landing or crash, that type of footwear is immediately UNSAFE. Sturdy LACE-UP shoes with non-slip soles, tied very securely are indicated. Getting through security "conveniently" is a VERY MINOR consideration compared to one's health, safety and life. I couldn't even watch the rest of your video because I couldn't believe someone was giving such APPALLING advice about footwear for flights just based on "convenience". Is all of.your advice this terrible, ill-researched and ill-considered?

[@spiderlily4386]

@@seanwainwright2627 Leather soles. Non-slip soles may be something that melts.

[@shawnhardy-hf7is]

in a correctional unit security check point as a correctional officer you have to wear cargo pants, a Belt to attach your carry on person(COP) chemical agents, a watch cause you'll need it for a lot of paperwork, and non-steel-toe boots and thus you have to empty all your pockets, you have to remove your belt, your watch, and take off your boots. if you have a coat on cause it's a cold day outside you have to take that off aswell then put all your stuff into a bin and go through a metal detector and get pat searched. going though a tsa check point is very similar but easy, unlike the court house check point those officers tells me "you don't have to get naked" every time I go to the court house for something when I start taken off my correctional officer belt that has no metal in it. habits are your best friend in some cases but your worst enemy in others.

[@Techrat3D]

When my German grandparents visited me in the US back in the early 70s, my grandfather kept setting of the metal detector at the airport. When they checked him with the handheld version, it kept going off at his throat. Turns out that small grenade splinters he had lodged in his throat during WWII, were the culprit. Needles to say, they just waved him through after that.

[@heatherframpton9693]

😮

[@653j521]

Wow, really an interesting medical situation.

[@Jsmith2024]

Yep. I carried shrapnel through for a while in my arms. Not as bad as his, I suspect, since it worked its way to the surface in a few months. Fortunately, security wasn't as strict then and it didn't interfere with my travel.

[@ssllylawrence618]

Opa must have been indestructible!

[@davidolatunji119]

Hold on… Did bro just say German grandparent that fought in WW2 🤔🤔🤔

[@sherylleavell9899]

6:24 Poise pads!!!! I tell them every time & they still feel all around my area between my legs. I'm 65 & I'm tired of it!

[@impreciousnhissight]

Ridiculous! They should be able to discern on the scanner what sanitary napkins & pads are.

[@meramera8590]

weird, I have necer experienced such nuisance!

[@fourrs2105]

Happened to me last month!! Next time I will put them on past security…

[@ttest1682]

So if you wear adult diaper they touch the area between your legs? In a couple of months, I’m travelling the fist time since covid. I’m now worried about my bladder control so I was planning to wear an adult diaper as a precaution. So I have to be prepared for them searching me?

[@sherylleavell9899]

​@@fourrs21051:08 I've done that & I don't know if they've taught me or what. I still got searched!

[@abeal49]

my tip for airport security has nothing to do with clothing When traveling with someone who requires or might require assistance, You go first! If you have already passed through security, you will be allowed to turn back if a problem arises behind you. But if a problem arises ahead of you, you will not be allowed to jump ahead when I travel with my husband, I go first, and explain to the agent that "my husband is behind me, he is deaf and reads lips (huge problem when everybody was wearing masks!) and he might have difficulty understanding what he is told." I go through first, then I can turn around and assist him, answering questions or signaling with my hands.

[@PortableProfessional]

This makes so much sense! Thanks for sharing!

[@melissahomin3528]

I also do this when I traveled with my daughter overseas who was only 17.

[@f-s-r]

So, basically: outside of the airport: it's illegal to be naked inside the airport: it's illegal to be dressed 🤪

[@bluewaters3100]

I remember traveling by plane during the 70's. You did not have to get checked and could just get on the plane with no fuss. Miss those days.

[@CC-wb1cb]

I have an additional suggestion for socks. i wear a pair of socks through security and if shoes need to be removed, I go through security and then peel off the out layer of socks that touched the floor. This leaves a clean pair of socks which have not touched the floor at all so my shoes are not contaminated with anything of the out layer of socks. Either that or I just remove those socks and if wearing regular shoes, put on a clean pair post security. Same for the trip back.

[@SheilaRough]

Excellent idea

[@ivylovesrunning]

I did this. It helps a lot.

[@jc42598]

I do this too! Sometimes if I have an old pair I use those and then I just toss them once I'm thru security.

[@latmcb9863]

@@jc42598 Same here. I would rather throw out an old pair of sox than deal with the nastiness on the airport floor.

[@dboutier5636]

At the dollar tree, I can get four pairs of those little socks that barely cover your feet. I just tossed them after security. I used to put them in a plastic bag and take them home and laundry them but who wants dirty socks and their suitcase for two weeks.

[@koenven7012]

One tip if you're traveling with a wheelchair. Always ask for Airport assistance. Having airport crew with you speeds up the process very much. They're on the clock, they know the security agents and you're often let through the line for the crew and diplomats. Same for passport control.

[@PraveenSrJ01]

My 31 year old younger brother with cerebral palsy has a physical disability

[@timothychung4811]

Normally, airlines take initiative to assist anyways.

[@DoloresJNurss]

Thanks for this tip. I don't need a wheelchair, but I always have a problem hobbling through security while my cane and my special orthotic shoes go through the scanner. If I had someone's arm to lean on it would go a lot better!

[@YochevedDesigns]

@@DoloresJNurss Even if you can walk with assistance, you can ask for an airport wheelchair and attendant. Things go so much easier that way, and airports are HUGE!

[@Elizabeth-rq1vi]

@@PraveenSrJ01ok, and your point is?

[@Tameasa]

I have an insulin pump and the first time I went through security with it, they wanted me to keep it on through the body scanner (I suppose they wanted to make sure I wasn't wearing some sort of bomb). I explained to them that it cannot go through the scanner, it may cause it to malfunction (which is a scary thought for a Type 1 Diabetic). Thankfully, they allowed me to remove it so it would not be scanned. Now, if I am traveling, I carry a document showing that I am actually wearing an insulin pump and it cannot go through the scanners. My experience was over 20 years ago, and insulin pumps now are not so "foreign," as there were back then. However, it never hurts to come prepared for any eventuality.

[@ultrakitten674]

this is something that even at events that have some sort of screening It is a good idea to come prepared. I remember at a concert my roommate having an issue with his inhaler.. had to call over a manager and it took forever.

[@DaisyG33]

My daughter flies a lot, int'l & domestic, with insulin pump and continuous monitor. When her sister, flying with her, saw her being taken off for further screening, sister got very anxious. But apparently my insulin-dependent daughter is used to it. Plus as a certified diabetes educator, I expect she uses those occasions as a teaching moment.

[@Tameasa]

@@DaisyG33 I like to educate people too. They don't usually understand the difference between a Type1 and a Type 2.

[@lizlafferty1278]

THANKS so much for the "TSA CARES" tip; I used it and received a phone call from the local airport's TSA agent, giving me great instructions for a super easy security check, since I'll be in a wheelchair. I wouldn't have know of this help without YOUR help. THANK YOU and God bless you and yours.

[@murasame5071]

got asked to take off my sweater in London once. i took it off , i still dont understand why the staff where anoyed about my naked torso :D

[@DeloresMrs]

😂😂

[@buffewo6386]

For me, it is about safety. Natural fibers. Real leather. Solid footwear. As a Veteran, the idea is "Dress to Egress. " Synthetics melt and stick to your skin. Slick soles on your shoes can prevent your running from the aircraft. Weather permitting, I would go with jeans, a long sleeve shirt over a 100% cotton undershirt, and leather hiking shoes. I'm more concerned about safety than TSA issues. (I'm old and look grumpy... Add on screenings are just a way of life .)

[@Ari-ih2nl]

The BEST ! Advice So Far :)

[@bigred9428]

But don't you have to take off your shoes to go down the slide? Wouldn't hiking boots be difficult to remove in a hurry?

[@louisemorris1581]

@@bigred9428 you only have to remove high heeled shoes because they could puncture the slide.

[@MissCaraMint]

@bigred9428 Actually military boots have trick to them so you can get them on and off pretty quickly.

[@happyzahn8031]

@@bigred9428 That's why you have those non-slip boots. So you can get over to the slide and on down before they can even start to complain.

[@sueschoers4974]

I put my valuables into a clear zip lock bag in my hand bag as I move through security. I had my watch stolen out of the scanning tray on one trip, so now all electronics, money purse & jewellery get placed into a zip lock bag.

[@marthadueck6461]

Great tip. I’ll do that on my trip back home.

[@GracieSwayze]

I do the same!

[@catalindeluxus8545]

But you will beep thru the gate, and they ask u to put it in the tray

[@GracieSwayze]

@@catalindeluxus8545 I leave the ziplock inside the purse/carry on when being scanned

[@hollyh8509]

I pack all my bling in a fishing clear plastic container, all pieces in little for jewelry plastic bags. If’s in my back pack, I don’t carry a purse, I put my watch, on after going through security.

[@missinformed9550]

I always have a change of clothes in my carry-on. Just clean shirt, underwear, socks, sleeping shirt, in case luggage goes astray. This would have helped me years ago when I spilled coffee on my white shirt before boarding a 12 hour flight. All I could smell during the flight was stale coffee and it was about 15 hours in a smelly shirt before I could change. No more white shirts to the airport now. For checked bags, I pack socks and underwear in ziplock bags, so in the event of a search, they are not pawed over by customs officers. Also take a pack of disinfecting wipes for your airline seat, including seat belt clasp, tray table, armrest, everything.

[@sunis4137]

Helpful tips 😊

[@kconway2263]

I had an Uber driver whose car reeked of smoke. I changed in the bathroom as soon as I got to the airport. I’m extremely sensitive to smells.

[@MsBackstager]

@@sunis4137 On the way home via UA -- we were handed wipes.

[@acidcookiegirl]

Same here, I've even taken it a step further and put one day's worth of clothes in a packing cube to make it smaller in my carry on.

[@MsBackstager]

@@acidcookiegirl One acquaintance, eons ago, told me that she wore a bathing suit under her clothing JUST IN CASE.

[@underneaththecape4055]

I was actually strip searched because to save space in my suitcase, I wore my Wonder Woman costume underneath my clothing (it has boning). This is why superheroes never fly commercial! LOL

[@georgeandruss2839]

TSA doesn’t strip search. Get your story straight !

[@underneaththecape4055]

@@georgeandruss2839 Well, I peg your pardon, but I was there, I'M the one they pulled into a small room and was told to remove my top. Sorry, what WOULD you call that? That is what happened, so my story is completely straight. Thank you.

[@cultureinvasion]

Yeah - I got a sister that was strip searched at the beginning of the big push for extensive screenings (right after 911). Its a "thing".

[@MrRSKC]

lie

[@happyzahn8031]

At the beginning of the searching and stuff, they went absolutely nuts over the smallest thing, ignoring the dangers of straight ball point pens which didn't make any sense. You can bet things were pretty hairy back then and sometimes even now, depending on the airport and the workers themselves.

[@jamiemcclure8937]

I never wear sandals when flying - on the suuuper rare chance that we need to evacuate a plane quickly, and potentially run once down the slide or off the wing, I want surefooted shoes that will protect my feet. I'll suffer through taking them off at TSA any day for that reason. Similar reason for why I stick my ID and credit card in my zippered pocket before takeoff - in the event of an evacuation I want to have essential resources on hand since I'll be leaving purses and bags behind.

[@rebeccamay6420]

For the same line of reasoning, choose clothing made of natural material rather than synthetic. In the event of a fire, synthetics would melt onto your skin, whereas cotton and linen would singe or burn off and give a less unpleasant end-result in a Stop Drop and Roll.

[@Ravenheimtarot]

And how big is that change? Does that happen often😂?

[@joane24]

Or more common reasons - something fall on your feet, bumping onto something on crowdy flights, or having a suitcase rolled over your toes😬. Also, perhaps most common: sandals take up less space in the luggage, put your bulkiest shoes on 🙂.

[@merewynyard5813]

​@@rebeccamay6420you really have to hunt for 100% cotton clothing these days...

[@elaineb7065]

One thing I've always found useful is the fishing waistcoat. It has as many pockets as cargo trousers, & its position on the body makes it not only easy to access everything in the pockets, but also easy to slip off & stash in a security tray. Everything is in it, & it goes under my outer jacket, but above everything else. It's saved me so much time just to slide it off at security checks

[@rhiriz17]

If wearing that do I need to take everything out of the fishing waistcoat?

[@elaineb7065]

@@rhiriz17 Only electrical items like a phone, & of course your passport & tickets. Everything else just stays in the pockets & is scanned in the waistcoat

[@seancatherall31]

1. The only hack one really needs is to arrive at the airport early enough to be as comfortable and fashionable as one wants to be and still get through TSA in time to make one's flight. 2. The "jacket with big pockets" hack doesn't work in many airports where the TSA insists that electronics be screened separately from clothing and other items.

[@arandomnamegoeshere]

Fair warning. Noted. Though I was going to sing praises for the "jacket with big pockets" hack. It's what I tend to do for the airports I frequent and I haven't had any issues. Maybe its location / equipment / training dependent? For me - it's usually a wallet and mobile that's going in to the jacket. Everything else is in a bag. Though there have been times when I forgot about my keys or didn't trust that the belt I was wearing was going to make it through. So those went in to the jacket as well. Your experience may differ.

[@elaineb7065]

I've often had to take the phone out of a pocket to go through separately

[@joane24]

I don't know how it works in the US, but in Europe you'd have to put both the jacket and the electronics on the tray.

[@charlotteshenkenberger345]

​@joane24 Works the same here. Every time I travel, they have me take my jacket or hoodie off, and take everything out of the pockets.

[@Leslie_ann_h]

As someone who has several severe chronic and/or disabling conditions and as a result have to travel everywhere with a shit ton of meds along with requiring mobility aids (leg braces, forearm crutches, wheelchair), I always request assistance with getting through the airport. All of my medical needs that are not actively being used by me goes into a dedicated medical bag (fun fact- most airlines don't charge extra if a person is traveling with a dedicated bag for medical equipment, medications and other medical supplies as long as you notify them ahead of time that is additional to any carry-on items) while a low blood sugar treatment goes into my body worn bag that holds my boarding passes, license, bank card and cell phone. Another thing that I make sure to do is get to the airport 3 to 4 hours ahead of my flight because I opt to be strip searched so that my severe chronic pain isn't flared by having a pat down. I know that the average person who may also have some disability problems but I am also on the spectrum so I don't like being touched anymore than is needed. It saves me time from being in pain and anxious.

[@mness143]

TSA makes it harder for people in wheelchairs to get thru security. Being a retired airline worker, we were briefed daily about people using wheelchair services when they are running late and try to use the service to get thru security faster. Sometimes, able body passengers that have wheelchairs often have knives tucked away in the armrest or under their bodies. These people ruin it for those that truly need wheelchair services. I hope that you get the respect you deserve when you travel on your next adventure.

[@aeray3581]

​@@mness143 Idiots always make it difficult for us.

[@Member15201]

What about leg braces under my pant?. Had them and a cane a few times and it was fine. Once I was pulled to the side. They wanted me to take my pants off right there in the chairs just after the scanners. I refused they said they would call the police. I told them they have 2 choices. Pull my pants up and feel up to the brace bottom or take me to a side room. They refused. They caused an angry crowed. Out of the a few solders uniform came threw and took my side to. They forced a supervisor to come. then TOLD them to just feel up a pants legs. They saved the day for me.

[@flopsytheclown9939]

It’s pretty ironic how you have to do so much to get through security. Just to get on a plane which the door could fall off!

[@celtjade]

A classic Levis-style denim jacket faithfully to see me through travel wonderfully. I have been traveling alone since I was 4 years old (this was a long time ago. At age 68 my jacket, which I have had since being in uni travels with me. The inner pockets have long protected my wallet from pickpockets. The jacket can be used to stave off the hypothermic effects of icy airplane temperatures, And, wearing the jacket and keeping it buttoned up will allow me to keep things like my passport. driver's license, and my wallet with me if I have to exit the plane for a raft in the middle of an oceanic landing.

[@ToudaHell]

Ive always just stuck to sweat pants, cotton tshirt, hoodie and easy to slip on shoes. No one cares what i look like on the plane. Its going to be cramped and full of strangers, so i might as well be as comfortable as i can during that. It has the added benefit of the security not taking me that seriously in my sweats. I always keep a change of clothes in my carry on to change at my destination, especially in warm places.

[@roselee4445]

Slip on shoes work well in jungle when plane crashes😂😂😂

[@ToudaHell]

@roselee4445 slip on shoes are comfortable for walking out of that jungle so yes it is.

[@roselee4445]

@@ToudaHell as bugs insects parasites snakes poison vegetation get all on feet.

[@ToudaHell]

@roselee4445 and? Easy to slip on shoes are light and versatile. I've worn mine into marshes and bogs before. They hold up really well, and I'm still wearing them 5 years later.

[@roselee4445]

@@ToudaHell that's nice

[@wearelegion1163]

As an older lady, last time I took a long non-stop flight I wore a Depends (IYKYK). I got the full pat down because of it. If you need such a garment, try to wait until after you go thru security. It's a pain to change in the airport bathroom, but it saves embarrassment.

[@fourrs2105]

Same happened to me. Good advice to wait til after security!

[@MarylandMermaid]

I’m a 76 yr old female. I have TSA-pre for years. I fly the same route twice a year. I’m about to start driving or taking a train. I have a knee replacement and screws in my hip. I tell the agent every time. I, of course,have to go through the big scanner. All ok. BUT every single time I get frisked all over. I wear a pull over your head bra with no hardware. I wear tights, a shirt and slip on shoes. No jewelry. I’m am SICK of hands on my crotch and in one instance, down the back inside of my jeans. It’s become a black cloud over my trips. The agents don’t care and to them I’m nothing. So, I get no dignity. I’ve even had this go on when I was in a wheelchair after surgery.

[@M_SC]

Yikes that’s terrible. I’ve been searched but never that badly. Except once a female security person grabbed my boobs, but to be fair I was wearing a very fluffy fleece sweater

[@MarylandMermaid]

@@M_SC I’m being totally honest. I’ve been groped unnecessarily.

[@Realsisrael]

I understand how you're feeling as it happens to me every single time.

[@trinitymdc3974]

I certainly understand your indignation but you wouldn't believe who some people transporting drugs pretend to be. My brother was blind and told me that when he was young he flew from Mexico to the U.S.wearing a puffy coat full of packets of heroine for a cartel. No one ever searched him. I also saw a lady in a wheelchair whose pillow was full of drugs. A dog sniffed her out.

[@kathybrem880]

I’m slender but well endowed- I was furious when one of the men patted my b00bs! I embarrassed him by saying loudly-‘yeah, they’re real’! He turned red! Now I’m worried about my hip- I broke it two years ago and have three large screws in it . We’re flying next month!

[@kzarz0219]

I experimented with Crocs when I traveled to Mexico. I had no issues at all. They were comfortable to wear and easy to get off and on.

[@marthadueck6461]

Croc’s are the best. Get the closed toe ones. They are great for wearing with sock when leaving a cold climate and coming back but also if you have a cool rainy day.

[@llamarama111]

Qantas have banned flip flops from their lounge. Snobs!

[@CO84trucker]

My favorite airport for getting through security is Vienna🇦🇹. They still use walk through metal detectors and to make things easier with taking off & putting 👢👡🥿👟👞 back on, they have chairs conveniently placed at each security lane!

[@c.4609-k5n]

So glad to hear this as I'll be flying back to the states from there this fall!

[@annstar2793]

Austrians do it right !!

[@jolimiller1268]

Great tips ! I have also noticed what may be perfectly fine at 1 airport, is not at the next. Keep up the great work, always great content. Thank you !

[@klawrenc0]

I use the jacket strategy all the time. But you might add the I feel most secure when using pockets that zip!

[@bob_the_bomb4508]

I put stuff into my carry-on. Same result

[@klawrenc0]

@@bob_the_bomb4508 me too when I don't want to wear a jacket, especially easy if you can drop stuff into a computer bag.

[@PortableProfessional]

YES, zip pockets are even better!

[@littlegoobie]

this is now i do it also. I don't want to put small things like keys, passport, or wallet into a carryon then dig it back out to buy something. I have jackets with all zippered pockets and 2 breast pockets. The material is a strange one taht's been around a few years. I forget the trademarked name. Anyways, you can see through it if you hold it up to light. It's like a dense fly screen. Wind completely flows through it so it's not hot to wear, but that doesn't matter since airports usually have massive A/C systems running. The odd part is this material also beads and sheds water and light rain. After i get through, the wallet, intinerary and passport go back into the side pockets on a pair of light convertible pants. I would be legendary in TSA records if they took full photos and kept them on file because it would look like i've been wearing the same clothes for a decade+.

[@thenena7777]

​@@littlegoobiecould you tell me what material is this please?

[@parler8698]

The Patriot Act has been brutal on patriots 😢

[@trinitymdc3974]

I had a plastic sleeve on my wrist for carpal tunnel syndrome. I set off the metal detector and was taken aside for a search with a hand-held detector. The thing kept going off when it passed over my arm. Finally the TSA guy pressed every part of the wrist support. Sure enough, the plastic sleeve had a metal support inside. I could have saved myself 20 minutes of grief if I'd just taken it off and put it in the tray.

[@MarySargeant-w7v]

I had a somewhat similar incident when flying to Mexico. I had a knee support on and the reason I hadn't taken it off is because I specifically asked the PT if it had metal. She's like no, wear it to the airport. It's all plastic. Well, I almost missed my flight and it was embarrassing as well. I must have walked through the scanner two or three times before they pulled me out of line to pat me down making me roll up my pants and all that.

[@Bravo21]

Thanks Megan👍 Instead of a jacket, a Travel Vest is another great way to keep your items, passport, wallet, phone. etc in one place, out of view and safe when going thorough security. Just put your vest in the bin and you're done.🙂 Edit: be careful of the vests with the big pocket on the back... they can be damn uncomfortable on a long flight. 😒

[@elaineb7065]

I'd hate back pockets anyway, & I use the same thing all the time. Proved to be so useful on flights & for security

[@Mikexxx531]

@@elaineb7065 All pockets should zip shut and perhaps be capable of sealing with zip ties. Airport security might want to examine it, but by then you're with the item. When traveling overseas, such a vest is invaluable, since they have far more and experienced pickpockets that we have in the USA. A lost passport, ticket, or wallet is no small thing.

[@KayoEll]

This might sound odd, but for travel in winter months, I wear slippers with a hard sole. Super comfortable, easy to take on/off and durable enough for walking inside.

[@sinocte]

I do this regardless of the time of year. I can swap into my sneakers after security if I choose... and then I have a comfy pair of slippers to wear around the hotel at my destination!

[@melliev79]

Underwire bras from Torrid ALWAYS set off the scanner for me. Finally, I got smart and switched to a wireless bra/bralette. Also, if you have to go through the pat down, pay attention to make sure the agent changes their gloves out before doing the swipe down to avoid cross contamination. Having the supervisor come over and do a mini interrogation for their agent's mistake was not fun.

[@PraveenSrJ01]

I’m really sorry to hear that

[@dreamystone]

I too have a bra that always gets me the pat down. Unfortunately it's one of my favourites so there have been multiple instances where I'm standing in the security line, having the dawning realization that I've set myself up for pat down yet again 😮‍💨

[@LyndaPerrie]

I think you'll find that the glove change thing was only done during covid times and not now, i was an airport security officer and gloves are not changed between each passanger (too time consuming and would slow down the process, not to mention the expence) Airport bosses main concern before hygene.@@dreamystone

[@hel117]

Good luck finding effective wireless bras if you are... well-endowed though.

[@everhappy6312]

Same with shoes with metal toe enforcement.

[@pjtemplin]

My wife used to have several bras (all the same brand and model) that ALWAYS caused her to get a secondary screening. The retailer even had notes that said larger cup sizes are likely to set off the airport metal detectors…yep.

[@Enirahtak8]

OK, that explains why I almost always get scanned. XD XD XD And sooo many women think that having bigger breasts will make their lives sooo much better....

[@DH-qz2so]

It is actually the UnderWire that sets it off...on those sizes of bras...

[@maryvincent4761]

@@DH-qz2so Or also 5 hooks and eyes to close the bra in back.

[@annh.]

My four hook under wire bras have never been an issue. My boobs and I get through TSA just fine. 🤔🤷

[@marthadueck6461]

This just happened to me. I have to alway go through screening due to my knee replacements but this time was different. She scanned and walked around me about half a dozen times and then said I guess it’s your bra. 😮

[@Stormbrise]

Thanks for the stock videos of PDX, went through the airport 2 days ago. So I am home and my husband is visiting. If you were from the Pacific NW, then you would feel like socks with sandals are not that bad of a thing. In Copenhagen as a hidden disability traveler, I was not asked to remove layers or shoes, and I forgot to take off my watch either. I did get a pat down. Having to travel back and forth to EU and States, means I know that pat downs are a possibility. Though other families have to go over what may happen with their children when flying by doing a few simulations at home before the day of flight. In Australia recently they made a young boy take off his diabetes insulin pump, with him being type 1 diabetic, was something that TSA in the states know that should never be removed. Having to rely on constantly taking his blood sugar the old way with tons of of finger pricks, and hoping he did not spike too high during a flight,could have ended up in an emergency landing for care in a hospital. Since the boy could lose consciousness if way too high. His insulin was in a pump that has to be carefully installed on his body.

[@JeanArtuz-x6y]

I think these TSA should be educated regarding medications to left with the passenger like insulin pump. They don't understand what would happen if the Type1diabetic passenger developed hyper/hypoglycemia mid air.

[@Jsmith2024]

Good tips I wish more people would follow. When I get to the TSA my pockets are empty except for boarding pass(es) and passport and stay that way until I get to my destination. It's all in my carry-on. I don't take a belt at all (not required for work or personal trips). Sketchers slip-ons make it all easier, too.

[@purplemav]

You may want to rethink that. It’s a good idea to keep at the very least your ID, wallet, passport, essential medications, and cell phone, on your person in case of an emergency. The rest of your luggage can be replaced, but being without those essentials after surviving an emergency can end up being a pain, if you have to evacuate quickly…especially if it happens near civilization. You won’t have time to collect anything if you’re in the position that your life (and others around you) depends on immediately evaluating the plane.

[@lesliedawson7364]

Travel outfit leggings with one pocket to hold my insulin pump, a plain tee that I can wear on my trip, and an open front cardigan. All the pocket stuff is in a small crossbody bag in my carry on that I can take out afterwards for shoes always sock and a pair of sneakers that as a half size too big with no tie laces for easy on and off and since they are too big swelling on the plane don’t hurt

[@lisaphares2286]

Since my bf and I do so much walking and hiking when we travel, I wear boots with ankle support and so always wear through security. I unlace the eye hooks and then tuck the laces into the top or sides of my boots. All I have to do then is slip them off and into the bin they go. I have also mastered the bend down to relace them after with no problems (>60f).

[@Bob_just_Bob]

Pilot here, living and traveling mostly in Asia and Europe and can tell you that in Asia a manual security search is pretty much guaranteed for everyone no matter if you make the metal detector beep or not

[@BoaConstrictor126]

Never had that problem in Korea but in America TSA agents cannot leave my genitals alone and always find a reason to pull me inside so they can “inspect my groin”. Nasty perverts. I’ll never get on an airplane again. TSA serves no purpose. They are filthy perverted freaks who care abo it touching genitals and nothing else

[@birbluv9595]

You mention India. I have to carry two EpiPens with me at all times due to anaphylaxis when stung by a bee or wasp. In 2017, i was going through alone at Delhi, when the security checkpoints weren’t too busy. The screening agent (who looked to be 17 years old) had never seen EpiPens before. I explained what they were for, and before you know it i was surrounded by 17-year-old agents curious and dubious about them. They wanted me to inject myself with one to show what they were! Not only would i have been put in grave medical danger, but then if i did get stung i would have nothing to save my life! They insisted - until i told them they cost $800 (that was when that horrible guy had bought the patent and quadrupled the price to make a killing off Americans who rely on them.) When they heard that amount of money, those guys were shocked and let me through. Money definitely talks in India.

[@M_SC]

That’s insane!

[@conrad4667]

The second half of that story is that without raising the price it was likely that they would stop being made altogether.

[@user-ii3vn8tn3q]

$400.00 here, without insurance (2 years ago) no insurance…no money…no pen.

[@birbluv9595]

@@user-ii3vn8tn3q that’s the American healthcare system for you. No money? You die if you get stung. If they bring you to a hospital because you are gravely ill - they fix you up - but if, afterwards, you have no money, no insurance - they hound you to death over the unpaid bill. So there are many bankruptcies due to medical bills.

[@birbluv9595]

@@conrad4667 no, that guy was taken to court. They are still being made, different person owns the patent now, and you can get a two-pack for $200, i believe without insurance.

[@joycehunt1307]

I've learned to either wear my TENS unit or to pack the battery pack in one case and the wire leads in another. Together in one bag is a bad idea! It leads to lots and lots of questions. But when I wear it, I also carry a pamphlet from the manufacturer explaining what it is and how it works.

[@grievousangelic]

Back in October, we were flying out of ROC, in New York. I carried my small purse with me and put it in the bin. When I say "small", I mean it. It measures about 8"w x 6"h x 2"d. It can be worn as a fanny pack. I had my credit cards, some lip balm, some appointment cards, a little change (less than $1), a couple of tissues and 1.5-oz lotion in it. I put my iPhone in the bin separately. I swear, that's it. But my purse was marked for extra inspection and the TSA agent took it apart. I asked what was up, and she said, "It's just really dark in there." Dark. I guess that's a reason to search it, but it was clearly FLAT on the back where she was pilfering. I mean, she took everything out, felt around in there... but nothing, of course. That purse isn't big enough for anything hazardous. They ran it through in Huntsville, AL (my home airport) without a second look. So even when you do it right, you might get tagged, anyway. And yes, I have TSA Pre-Check and an enhanced driver's license. So it wasn't that. Thankfully, the plate and 12 screws in my upper left arm didn't set off the detectors anywhere. Sigh.

[@beyondEV]

Your purse may have had RFID shielding (Prevents criminals to access info from your credit cards etc.). This would likely also prevent the scanner from looking inside or diminish the picture quality. And that's actually plenty of room to cause major mayhem if you're a chemist and engineer (good thing, that hard science is rather incompatible with belief systems that would provide motivation.)

[@missharry5727]

Implants are usually titanium , not steel, and don't seem to cause a problem. I have loads of titanium in my right ankle and it's never a problem.

[@hollybarnes842]

​@@missharry5727The plate and 6 screws in my ankle are made of Swiss stainless steel. Everything in my neck is titanium. Orthopedic surgeon's office will give a card for TSA.

[@jsedbe0624]

Boots are an “it depends” item. I wear a specific brand of boots (Keen footwear - I have multiple pairs) that are metal free. I contacted the manufacturer and they told me that any shanks in the sole of the boot are thermoplastic, not steel. I wore these through security at the airport last week. No issues.

[@glyniscoleman4813]

Love keen boots

[@Dulcimertunes]

This job attracts people with authority issues

[@PraveenSrJ01]

Or people who have certain fetishes

[@andrewwarcup684]

People seemed to be worried about the floor yet grab a tray that hundreds of other people have touched.

[@spiritmatter1553]

Not to mention doorknobs.

[@Nikkimommyof4]

and everything else in the airport that millions of others have touched@@spiritmatter1553

[@gretchenberry6231]

i think they are worried about their feet because of fungal infections like athletes foot and others

[@JohnLittleJr]

​@gretchenberry6231 then they must never walk barefoot in a hotel room or around swimming pools also.

[@mickeymorgan4672]

That's why I use wipes at my seat. I got tired of getting sick a couple of days after flying. Yes I know about airborne pathogens, different problem.

[@kop-uv2dx]

regarding the belt-hack... use a fabric belt of which you can very easily remove the metal buckle, keeping the rest of the belt looped: if you're scared your pants will flop off you can just tie the ends of the fabric belt together in a temporary knot... and the zippers in pants... many pants with removable legs have plastic zippers... and if you wear medical equipment such as sensors (for diabetes sugar levels), check in advance whether they equipment has any limits on scanners and such... if that's the case make sure you have a special security-notification written by your doctor to exempt you from those scanners (similar to having pacemakers!) or make sure you have additional sensors with you so you can remove one and replace it if security still want you to go through scanners (but the official note should be enough)...

[@lisamuir2091]

Most embarrassing experience ever for me and the TSA screener. I had on a cute, comfy silver colored maxi skirt. I had no clue it had metallic silver thread. After I went through the scanner, the TSA’s eyes 👀 were wide open with a look of what is this??? I turned to see the screen and my skirt was lit up like a Christmas tree and I was petrified! He let me pass as it was clear that only my skirt was lit up. Needless to say, lesson learned and the skirt, if worn is in my packed luggage and not worn at the airport 😂

[@irenemax3574]

😅🤗

[@nancykaspari4693]

I wore a white sweater with gold metallic horizontal stripes. I was searched. Never again

[@LoneHowler]

I've seen a lot of sweaters with metalic thread mske the scanner go bonkers

[@stsva]

Great tips - especially the one about disposable plastic footies to go over socks. That's going in my checklist for my next trip.

[@fourthgirl]

Right, because we need more one time use disposable plastic.

[@marthadueck6461]

Would be a great idea Over open toe sandals. Use the shower caps or those plastic covers for over the bowls. They come in different sizes. Would be great for family’s.

[@douglasprattjr.6929]

I was a Director of Quality Assurance for a Sysco meat company and we used those booties in our offices coming out of the processing plant and they were awesome. I'd forgotten about them. Definitely going to buy a box of them and use at the airport if they need me to remove my hikers. I have Global Entry and haven't had to remove my hikers yet but you never know.

[@donrimel7500]

The suggestion about using a jacket to keep all of your items together going through security is a good one. I travel a lot for work and pleasure. I always have a backpack. My routine is just after check in, I remove all the items like wallet, phone, belt, hat, and anything else I need to put away in a back pack pocket that is only used for this purpose. After clearing screening, those items come out of the backpack. Since it is now a habit, it works well.

[@theKTCalamity]

i travel with expensive clothing and gear for mountaineering and leisure (laptop PSA). i dont want to lose it on lost luggage mishaps so i prepare myself for the extra check i know i will get as i wear my most comfortable but expensive items and store everything else on carry on i dont want to lose. It has gotten to a point that some agents just laugh when they see me and go "oh you must know the drill" "i sure do." Things that get constantly pinged for me: >technical [gaiter] pants (not only is there a lot of pockets and zippers they also have a LOT of metal in the pockets that can be flagged (and its always flagged). They will paddle you, pat you down and swab you. >hiking boots. some have a thermal reflective insole. this will get you extra security checked but im not losing these bad boys and they are easy to slip on and off as needed so. >my laptop. my laptop is always flagged at security. it is because it is big. i asked. it is literally only this reason. it has to go in a bin by itself as it takes up all of the bin space. They will paddle it, they will swab it, they will set it aside to question me about it, and they will turn it on until they see it load the OS screen. i notice they do a follow up check on laptops thats are larger (15.6"-19" mine is the latter). I use carabiners a lot to attach items together quickly and easily in security bins without issue. Most airports i go to let me keep my wallet on my person.

[@theresesilvawalker8407]

So if I went through after yoh there would be a strong possibility of a less thorough check.

[@myadira1]

I agree with almost everything. One thing that have set the alarm for me more than once is wearing a feminine pad 🙄 I get ask if I have something on my pockets, when I saw the screen the 1st time I connected the dots, I’m Used to the additional patted inspection by now

[@CALinial]

This has been happening to me, too! Any time I wear a pantiliner, even with just shorts and a tshirt, results in being searched. I haven’t figured out why this is, but it’s annoying!

[@anokheejandhyala1074]

this happens to me when i have an elastic waistband in my pants too

[@rebeccamay6420]

"Dense" material gives them cause for suspicion. True Story: I had divided my very thick, waist-length hair into two braids. The agent had to manually check my braids for the two lines of "something dense" in the body scan image. 😂

[@Realsisrael]

Ok I have a problem that wasn't mentioned. Maybe you have the answer. Every single time I go through airport security the scanner lights up & I have to get the full pat down. Sometimes even them rolling my palms for explosives! I've changed outfits so its not something I'm wearing. I even set off the alarm on a cruise ship re enry wearing just a bathing suit. I've had both knees replaced in 2015 & thought they'd set the alarm off. Nope! Not once. My left shoulder, & now my crotch has the red box over it as I get scanned. My crotch? Really? I've worn jeans, leggings, flowy pants & i always set it off & get patted down. I'm sick of it. I feel like I'm being targeted, because it happens Every single time! I now have stage 4 breast cancer & nothing in my breast area lights up. But my crotch did. I have to go trough the whole pat down in front of everyone. Its become so annoying now & takes the fun out of traveling. I have to tell the TSA agent to be gentle due to the cancer in my bones. Any idea why Im constantly setting off the machine? Thank you

[@andeeleininger5968]

Was radiation used as a treatment for your cancer? Found this article and thought it was interesting but wasn’t entirely sure it applied. www.epa.gov/radtown/radiation-and-airport-security-scanning

[@mariekatherine5238]

Who needs this? Between TSA, ever shrinking seats, ever widening people, and crazies, I’ll drive, ride a bike, walk, or stay home.

[@ronwyn417]

sad that you'll let that get in the way of exploring the world

[@notxanat]

Ok stay home. Other people are still living their lives

[@kmac2765]

Don’t forget about all the germs!! driving is a cool part of the experience.

[@Rottnwoman]

​@kristinmcmahan8814 It certainly IS. When we get to the USA, we NEVER take internal flights. We tend to put 20K miles on a rental car then fly to Canada on the way home to Australia.

[@kmac2765]

@@Rottnwoman That sounds amazing! Australia is on my bucket list, would love to drive around there for a few weeks.

[@damham5689]

As someone who has a lot of metal in my back and one if my knees I make the TSA screens light up like Chernobyl. And no, handing them the card from the doctor stating I have metal in me doesnt matter. TSA will still pull me aside each time and do a complete search and hand scan. Every single time. Even with having Precheck, Clear, and Global Entry.

[@hel117]

TSA is not known to be great at dealing with medical devices and disabilities.

[@brucebharper]

TSA does not do well with insulin pumps and CGMs (continuous glucose monitors -- those stick-on transmitters). Agents will claim that people with those items go through the magnetic and scatter scanners all the time, even when the manufacturer says "Don't do it." One agent didn't relent and sent my wife through the scanner, which did kill her CGM. After years of travel, she knows to specifically demand that she not go through the scanners and does accept that there will be a pat down. Most agents are good about that, although sometimes getting a female agent isn't a priority -- which is why early arrival is critical. Even though the TSA website has a section about medical devices and equipment, not all the agents get trained on how to deal with people in those situations.

[@maryellenrittel7778]

Me too! Every. Single. Time. My husband pretends he’s with someone else!

[@tinaacord7798]

That's weird, I've had 6 back surgeries with hardware & a brand new hip & flew recently (12/2023) & didn't set any alarms off. I even mentioned it to them before walking thru the scanner. TSA said because all my hardware, including my hip, is titanium it does not register as "metal". No additional scanning and/or pat down.

[@privatecitizen1246]

My mother was the same - 2 hips, 2 knees and her back. She got hand searched EVERY SINGLE TIME.

[@GryphTKai1]

I use to wear Berkenstocks with socks when living in Northwest. My feet actually stayed warmer in the winter as long as there was no rain or snow. Was great to wear for flights.

[@pamrosenberry7575]

I was just thinking of wearing these at the airport. Assuming the buckles don't set off the scanner?

[@GryphTKai1]

Well if you have to take them off then they go in the bin. And I don’t remember them setting the scanner off back when you didn’t have to take them off.

[@marceld6061]

As a traveller with a hip replacement and other metal plates in my leg (about 5 lbs total) I am always prepared to get a secondary search. I use most of these tips already to have as few delays as possible. I was totally shocked when I went through LAX one time *without* setting off the alarms!

[@kathybarylski6153]

I've notice that my replacement doesn't set off the alarms in the last year or so. I think someone added some programming to the screens that helps limit the alarms for our metal joints.

[@marceld6061]

@@kathybarylski6153 To and From Hawai'i in October. Set off alarms both ways for me. But, I don't care anymore. It has become part of flying.

[@shammydammy2610]

I have a device in my heart. The last time I flew, it was obvious that it was being picked up by the body scanner, and then the hand scan as they kept pausing over it. I make certain to always bring its id card with me when I fly.

[@missharry5727]

The surgical implants for fractures are made of titanium , not steel. This is not magnetic so doesn't set off scanner alarms. My right ankle has loads of titanium in it and has never been a problem when flying. I was even safe to have an MRI scan, which you can't do with magnetisable metals like steel.

[@marceld6061]

@@missharry5727 Mine, I can assure you, are stainless steel. The hip has been setting off the scanners for 33 years

[@grovermartin6874]

In addition to the video points, these comments remind me yet again what is so easy and comfortable about traveling by train. Not to mention how polluting airplanes are, and how low impact trains are!

[@roselee4445]

Hmmmm trains aren't that low emissions

[@grovermartin6874]

@@roselee4445 Wish I knew how to attach links to simplify information transmission. So if you do a search for pollution comparison, you will find that there is a major difference, often double the pollution for planes. There are modifying factors. How many people are on the train or airplane, how high the plane flies, how great the distance, for example.

[@DaisyG33]

I always prefer train travel!

[@WildKat25]

My Dad was chosen for a "random search" when we went to the USA by the TSA. He is a very large, beer gut, balding man. They wanted to x-ray scan him or submit to a physical body pat down. He opted for the physical body pat down. They kept trying to convince him for the scan, but he refused because he doesn't want needless, non-medical radiation. The TSA agents proceeded to have a small argument amongst themselves who was going to do the pat down until my Dad commented on their unprofessional manner in a polite but stern tone. The youngster of the TSA did the most light pat down and sent my Dad on his way.

[@mwh3227]

The only time another male actually touched my "willie" was during a TSA pat down. Must have been good for him, but did nothing for me! Totally unnecessary!

[@MPam1619]

Your cell phone gives off more radiation than the body scanner so says tsa and the cdc.

[@Patricia_Stewart337]

@@mwh3227I had a pat down scare with a visibly disturbed mannish young lady TSA agent. She was getting into a pair of rubber GLOVES, when I yelled to my travel-mate, waiting within our field of vision. The lady then chose a different, non-invasive search protocol. Terrifying.

[@Patricia_Stewart337]

@@MPam1619Non-trusted sources for me: CDC or TSA

[@samanthac.349]

Twenty-plus years ago when X-rays were analog and printed on film, yes you had to be very, very careful of how many X-rays you had done per year. I remember as a kid in the ‘90s having one doctor hesitate about ordering a much needed series of X-rays because I had dental X-rays done weeks earlier. Today’s X-ray machines are digital (instantly shows on a monitor). They use a tiny fraction of X-rays compared to their analog predecessors. These days, it would take an ungodly amount of digital X-rays before exposure becomes a serious concern. Tell your dad it is totally safe to be X-rayed at the airport. If he hesitates, tell him to talk to his doctor about it.

[@Surfcityham]

At Heathrow, the charger for my laptop and some other items in my carry-on got in an arrangement that brought the attention of security. Also, if you are carrying stuff with dangerous-sounding names, have an alternative name to use when questioned. e.g. electronic cable instead of Arming, Fuzing, and Firing Cable.

[@ddraiss]

This is before I had PreCheck. I live in the northern US, and typically tend to be warm. I was flying back from Florida, it was 90°+ and I was sweaty, so much to the point I got a manual pat down after the scanner because the back of my shirt was so sweaty!

[@AndreasAntics]

I was manually searched in Florida because it had been raining and my sundress was moist 🫣

[@GlennBrockett]

I have been using the jacket pocket trick for years. Drop the jacket, belt, and shoes and walk right through. I have never had an issue with my cargo pants, I empty everything into my jacket before leaving the house or hotel. No metal on them except the front zipper. Though I have trimmed my boots out of my travel plans for shorter trips, they are my usual footwear. I will still wear them through the airport when I do travel with them and expect to take them off (steel toes) but it takes very little time to deal with them. (Chelsea boots are fairly quick on and off.)

[@patmx5]

Sorry - I want shoes that cover & protect my feet and are more likely to stay on in the event of an emergency. It’s very unlikely, and I hope such a thing never comes to pass, but evacuating a possibly torn up, potentially burning fuselage in sandals in my mind is begging for a bad outcome. I wear sneakers, and have never had an issue slipping them off and back on when going through security.

[@davidkingsley3244]

One of the things people get told to remove in an emergency landing, is shoes, so they don't puncture the emergency egress slide

[@patmx5]

@@davidkingsley3244 And it's easy to remove sneakers AT the emergency landing slide. If the worst should happen and the fuselage breaks apart, you might be making your way out through a ragged hole in the big aluminum tube rather than going down an emergency slide. I'd much prefer to do that in sneakers than sandals.

[@col.mustard1233]

In 99 en route to Korea in the Army, I had a layover in Japan, Japanese security getting off the plane was tighter than getting on the plane in the States, I had worn my steel toed combat boots, this caused a delay of about 15 minutes as they didn't know what steel toed boots were.

[@theukyankee]

I always keep a pair of socks available if I'm travelling in open toe shoes. I also wear them on the plane to stay warm. I choose ones that are easy on/off - like fluffy socks.

[@PortableProfessional]

Thanks for sharing! Fluffy socks on a long flight are the best!

[@sallys3475]

I wear sandals when I fly, but I always wipe my feet with sanitizing wipes before I put my sandals back on. Don’t know how beneficial it actually is, but it makes me feel better.

[@Lee-70ish]

I Always wear slip on trainers with sports socks. Elastic wasted three section pants with nylon zips . That gives me shorts, crops and full length in one item. Great when going from a cold to hot climate

[@Number6_]

Best to wear a prison uniform so they feel more comfortable about you and you know your place in the system. I imagine, gone are the days of vip travel.

[@HR-wd6cw]

While having a lot of pockets can be a potential "issue" at security, it can come in handy if you find your bag doesn't fit in the overhead bin or something similar (you maybe have to ga te-check your bag). I've found that sometimes wearing cargo pants is helpful (the type with extra pockets) as I had to take out some stuff from my carry-on bag once so it could be gate checked, and was able to put these items into my pocket (such as having to put two smaller camera lenses in my pockets so they wouldn't get damaged so my bag could be gate-checked).

[@orangehoof]

Megan, I don't know why but in September I made am international flight between Panama and Colorado and the normal TSA striptease didn't happen either way!! Still had to remove shoes and empty pockets but it just wasn't the madhouse that had been the flying experience in recent years. I wondered if the TSA had just given up realizing shoe bombers and the like are so last century.

[@rosered5485]

Yeah, I remember the one time that I wore a top with metallic decorations. It was the only time that I had to get a pat down. Occasionally, something in my bag needs to be checked by TSA, but ever since that one time as a child, I'm much more careful about my clothes. It wasn't traumatic or anything, but it's easy to know if your clothes could potentially swt something off. I usually just wear a T-shirt, leggings without pockets, slip on shoes, and a jacket. The jacket iand shoes are easy enough to take on and off and nothing else will set off the metal detector.

[@TheScratchingKiwi]

There are some great loose tops suitable for travel... but they all have metal threads. Not one company who makes these tops has a metal-free option *sigh* It's the fashion at the moment.

[@galewil]

Medical scrubs slipons would work for covering and re-covering shoes in your suitcase too.

[@patmaurer8541]

I carry a supply of branded pens with me when I travel; they're light, inexpensive, and since people keep them, even better than business cards. However, having them bundled up with rubberbands in my briefcase set off a PANIC with the TSA! Someone was shouting at me to open it; someone else was yelling at me not to touch it. I finally asked if I could see the screen and explained what it was. They then opened it to confirm and I was brusquely ordered on my way. Nowhere does it say that you cannot carry a quantity of pens with you on the plane, but...that was more excitement than I needed. 🙂

[@mintybadger6905]

Yeah, I had a similar experience when I packed some coloring pens in my backpack. They freaked out until I unzipped my bag and Sharpies started spilling all over the place.

[@fairywingsonroses]

I had a similar experience with a board game I was carrying. The TSA person didn't know what to do with a box with a lot of empty space in it. It was on the bottom of my bag, so I had to unpack EVERYTHING to get to it. I tried explaining that it was just a board game, but they still made me pull it out and open the box. It was understandable, but still very frustrating.

[@Enirahtak8]

I will never forget the time that they searched my bag because, as I understand (I was a child at the time) they thought my inhaler was a gun. Ever since, I have always had my inhaler with my liquids and visible so people can just see it in the tray. Blooming nightmare.

[@Elizabeth-rq1vi]

I’ve worn a peasant skirt often on a plane and only once was I asked to step aside for a manual search. The hazards of wearing flowing, loose dress isn’t due to fans, escalators or body exposure, it is at the security gate…things can be hidden under them. Apparently. That was the rationale for the search, which by the way wasn’t stressful. We actually laughed. There was another lady who needed a search (reason unknown & I did not need to know). A cute young agent came over to sub out a woman & I said “he could search me!” (I was in my 50’s😁). They chuckled and said “no”. I said it was worth a shot. And I will continue to wear sandals without socks…I’m not a germaphobe like so many young people. I lived through a barefoot childhood when dog poop wasn’t cleaned up, drank from the garden hose and have a much healthier immune system than my much younger coworkers.

[@Rottnwoman]

Agreed. This channel is paranoid.

[@mikewhocheeseharry5292]

This made me laugh. Were they invasive when manually doing the body search? I would rather prefer the pat-down than the full body scans in which they pretty see the outsides of all your private goods.

[@Elizabeth-rq1vi]

@@mikewhocheeseharry5292 it wasn’t invasive at all, no crotch or pit pokes. It was done professionally and with respect. I don’t care if they see the general outline of my body, it looks just like their body. And I’m over fifty and just don’t care what other people think of me or my body or how I dress. It’s so releasing and hopefully you’ll get to that point in your life 💞 because people are so concerned about what others think of them that they don’t notice that overall people really don’t care. Except for Karens. But they are a “special” breed of people 🤪

[@carmencollor1224]

Traveling is now a nightmare.

[@Flmom15]

Only by plane- walking through our border is easier 😂

[@TG-ke9ve]

@@Flmom15 that’s why they prefer to walk through the border. Hassle free!

[@fairyprincess911]

I was thinking the same thing and I have to do this next month😵‍💫🙀😫

[@fairyprincess911]

@@Flmom15That borders on not being funny at all.

[@carolynmurtaza1180]

I Flew to Dublin last year and set off the security alarm going out and was so happy.... My knee replacement had set it off both ways. First time flying since knee done 6 years ago,

[@lizcademy4809]

For anyone with medical conditions that might interfere with standard TSA screening, look into the TSA Cares program. You won't avoid screening, but will be able to let them know in advance and have a considerate helper (TSA employee) guide you through screening. I had major surgery last spring, and now have metal staples and other weird stuff inside my body. I'll definitely be using TSA Cares whenever possible for future flights.

[@claytonberg721]

I'm pretty sure that there is no equivalent in Canada as the CBSA certainly does not care.

[@birbluv9595]

Thank you for telling is about this.

[@Canleaf08]

@@claytonberg721 The CBSA does not do airport security screenings in Canada, the CATSA does.

[@FlyingTigress]

I had to travel wearing an ileostomy bag after my colon cancer surgery. My TSA Cares card did nothing to help, and I had to get a separate screening - at which time the seal between the appliance and my abdomen broke. UGGGGH.

[@KarisPigNose]

​@@FlyingTigress , oh, my. I'm so sorry.

[@Era515]

I love my cargo pants for travel! They allow for so much extra storage when you only take carry-on. You just have to avoid putting metallic items in the pockets. Travelling in winter with snow means boots are a must. I wear ones that are low and have velcro bindings for airline travel so they are easy to get out of.

[@seekerstan]

Cargo pants: True that cargo pants might cause you some inconvenience at TSA checkpoint, but with the advent of being charged for even small bags the unregulated cargo space might be the difference in needing to pay baggage fees or not. And it is easy access during flight.

[@GoToPhx]

Excellent point! I'm off to buy some cargo pants!

[@katleman]

Before I leave to the airport, everything that would taken off or emptied from pockets before security are instead placed in a ziplock bag, that goes in my jacket pocket. Eliminates the chance of losing items before & during security, or the embarrassment/delay of triggering a pat down.

[@casparcoaster1936]

somehow left my wallet w/credit cards & id in CLT on the way to BOS... shocked that learned I could enjoy my trip, take my return flight home without ID, and picked up my wallet at Charlotte Airport Security.

[@electrogeek77]

I like to fly in ponte knit black pants because they look nice but are also comfortable. On my last trip, I wore a pair that had ribbons criss-crossed at the ankles and tied in bows, with the holes reinforced with little metal rings. On both legs on my trip, those pants resulted in me receiving an extra patdown. I never would've thought they would cause such an issue.

[@micheleboyle3547]

I always get searched due to having a horrible scar from my breast cancer which it always looks like I have a shadow which in turn looks like I have a weapon there…..I’m so used to it now and when the ladies search me they get so embarrassed for me…..but it doesn’t bother me….great idea for those disposable slip ons…..😊

[@power4things]

The big-pocket jacket for your valuables is brilliant, just grab the jacket, don't lose stuff and the stealth factor is a huge plus!

[@Serai3]

Security theater has gotten tiresome and ridiculous. NONE of it keeps anyone safe. It's all for show.

[@acornsucks2111]

right, and keeps plenty of people employed.

[@Serai3]

@@acornsucks2111 That's not a reason to create this ridiculous show that not only inconveniences every traveler but also gives everyone the false impression of safety while sucking away funds that could be used to ACTUALLY STOP TERRORISTS.

[@cherylallis2458]

And it's to program us to give up our constitutional rights to privacy of our "persons and effects." The constitution says we are not to be searched without a warrant.

[@barrybadders6854]

​@@acornsucks2111Those that otherwise would be unemployable.

[@BoaConstrictor126]

It’s all for show but also to satisfy the sexual desires of filthy and perverted TSA staff

[@kathybarylski6153]

Brilliant tip on the shoe cover! I've also learned not to use metal hair clips as those can set off the alarms even thought they are small

[@nyc1164]

Thanks for the advices. My tip for shoes is buy a slip on shoes so it's easy to put it back on so you're not too busy tying back on. I like the disposable shoe cover. Going to buy it before I travel

[@janholman6192]

I'm wearing my new "mules" (clog-like shoes) on my upcoming trip, as I'm disabled and taking my regular shoes on and off would definitely pose a problem.

[@cherish867]

I don’t know if you mention hair in another video. I have really long hair. Having it down in an airplane is a disaster. I have tried ponytails, braids, or having it clipped in the back to keep it from becoming a mess. I have learned that it is best to wear it in a bun on top of my head so that when I am sitting back it isn’t bothering the back of my head all day. Sometimes I put it up in a scarf, or religious headwear. I always be sure that I use non-metallic doodads in my hair I’m going through an airport.

[@FromThePrairies]

my partner takes great joy in the fact that I get the full search in AMS...every - single - time. Without fail. 6 times and counting. Doesn't matter what I'm wearing or carrying.

[@janholman6192]

Me too...

[@Realsisrael]

Me too!

[@tessajones9393]

Are you tall? Hubby and I have experienced the same. I used to always get scanned until recently when I had to fly a lot on one year so maybe I seemed more confident.

[@Realsisrael]

@@tessajones9393 No, I'm very short. 5'0.

[@anne-mariecoetzee2469]

me too...5ft 4in ..Always stopped . even tho im 60+ F

[@Wildecat10]

Once when traveling I wore a sweater with glittery thread running through it. I made sure it was nylon thread and not metallic. But it still set off the sensors.

[@fionaramsay9157]

I learned the hard way that talc, while being a solid, behaves like a liquid through a scanner. I now buy a small pot of it after I have been through security. Saves hassle.

[@kiwichrix]

Tip for anyone not familiar with security: before you join the queue for security screening empty all of your pockets of everything, especially metal objects and coins and put them into your carry on. If you have a laptop, make sure it is ready to be removed from your bag immediately. If you have liquids, make sure ahead of time they are of the permitted size and in the required plastic bag. Yesterday I nearly missed my flight because lots of people in front of me were causing massive delays by fumbling through multiple pockets only when they reached the bin stage... and then they fumbled through their carry on to get their laptop...I was ready and it took me just 3 seconds to put my bag, e-reader and empty jacket into the bins and 5 seconds to clear the metal detector.

[@jobyevans1]

The jacket is my favorite, with zipper pockets. Suggest Global Entry or TSA Precheck programs

[@tammywinters7860]

I walked Barefoot through tsa last time. I just didn't think about it! I've never seen anyone not have to remove shoes no matter what kind of shoes it was

[@victoriaguerin2851]

Outside the US, many countries' security rules are less lunatic than ours.

[@AnthonyScott_Little_Black_Duck]

Excellent points! After my pacemaker surgery I had to tell TSA and Qatar Air security. I generally wear as neutral as possible clothing. I have slip on/off shoes specifically for traveling and use packing cubes as well to organize things.

[@kathrynfahm6762]

The TSA has gotten a lot better over the years. My EPI Pen used to have my bags being checked by hand. They used to issue an EPI Pen TSA card, but for the past 5 years I haven't needed to use it. Still, It's something to be mindful of, and I always let the TSA agent know I have an Epi Pen before my bag goes through the scanner.

[@GlennBrockett]

All of my medical stuff (C-PAP, syringes, pens, vials, meters) goes in a Pelican style hard case, separate from my carry on, the smallest size that will fit everything. It is exempt from carry-on allowance. I usually don't need to even open the case, just drop and go.

[@everest867]

I have a small electric kettle for travel. Tell me please , where I need put it , in luggage or backpack?

[@PortableProfessional]

It can be packed in either. If you decide to bring it carry on TSA may take a few minutes to have a better look at it so give yourself some extra time! Safe travels!

[@hockeyinWA]

I'm a guy in my 50's, and I ALWAYS get stopped by airport security. EVERY time! My usual airplane outfit is jeans and a t-shirt, but I have gone through the scanner with shorts, barefoot, only wearing socks... I take everything and put it through the scanner. my footwear, wallet, phone, belt, change... nothing helps, I ALWAYS get stopped! I don't know what else I can do.

[@Love2Cruise]

Do your boarding pass have “SSSS” on them?

[@DQ_Mine]

❤

[@nickyginn9137]

Me too. Husband walks through trouble free. Not me.

[@ckm-mkc]

You were flagged at some point - it happens. IRC there is procedure for finding out.

[@DeborahAnderson-d4v]

No silver jewelry. Gold jewelry doesn’t set off the alarm. Silver does!

[@dustinroberts4832]

I wear my cowboy hat and boots everyday and have never had issues with the hat. The boots can have metal support shank in the soles that will require removal for screening. Look for fiberglass shanks when shopping for travel boots.

[@patriciagyorfi7758]

Thanks for curing me of ever wanting to travel again!