Re: [Leica] PLS Help: Trip to Florida

["Bryan Caldwell" <bcaldwell@softcom.net>]

Michelle,

Do not ever put film in checked baggage. Checked baggage can be subject to
very high xrays - much higher than carry on bags.

If your trip is to Florida, you'll only pass through Miami security once -
when you leave. If you're taking a direct flight from your departure point
to Miami you'll only be passing through security xray twice. Your film
should be fine.

If you're concerned, what has worked for me and a number of other LUG
members at various points around the world, is to remove your film from the
boxes and plastic cannisters and put it all in see through zip-lock bags.
Have the bags out when you come to the security check point. Approach when
it's not crowded and be polite. I put my small zip-locks into one or two
larger, gallon-size. Ask for a hand inspection of the film only and run your
other stuff through the machine.

Bryan


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Sent: Sunday, January 30, 2000 2:38 AM
Subject: [Leica] PLS Help: Trip to Florida


> Hi Luggers,
>
> I´m planning a trip to Florida.
>
> 1. Are there known problems for film-material (50-200ASA)
> with X-Ray Machines at Miami Airport (checked baggage and
> carry-on baggage)?
>
> 2. Do you have any advice for great fotopoints in Florida?
>
> Thanks for your help!!!
>
> Michelle
>