Carry Bag for camera

[JulianneP]

Do I really need a special bag for my camera and my film when I take it on a plane? How do I keep my stuff safe going trough the new x rays machines. My B-day is coming up should I ask for a protective case or is it just a myth? We fly to WDW in Sept.

Anyone know??

 

[Rebecca12345]

http://www.tsa.gov/interweb/assetlibrary/tsa_ppitems_06-02-2003.pdf

Check out page 3 of this document from the TSA
under Camera Equipment

You can ask to have your film to be hand checked & NOT put thru xray which will damage your film.

So a clear ziplock bag is sufficient for quick & easy inspection.

(or you can ask for a new digital camera for your Birthday... )

 

[JulianneP]

Rebecca thanks for your help. I think I will hand carry it just to be safe.

My DH did buy me a digital camera for our anniversary but because I'm not technical I returned it after staring at it for an hour and crying. I just don't understand how it can work!! I can't wait till my 4 year old takes computer lessons at school so he can teach me.

 

[Rebecca12345]

Julianne - Hope your trip goes well
we just got back Had a great time
& took alot of pictures - At the ticket counter
when we were checking bags, the agent kept asking
passengers if they had any film in their bags

Remember to have it in your carry on & to have it
all hand checked. They are willing & ready to do
so.

 

[JulianneP]

Thanks for the update! I'm gald the airlines are reminding people and don't mind hand checking carry on film!