for those flying...some security tips....:)

[Esmerelda]

When I spoke to Delta on Thursday...I was inquiring about bringing a CD player and gameboys on board. The lady came back on the line after speaking to her supervisor and said that yes they could be brought on BUT be absolutely sure they work when you get to the security checkpoint.

So folks....a big tip...BE SURE you have fresh batteries for all the electronic devices because my guess is if you get to the gate and it won't play, they have the right to confiscate it from you right there.......and that would not be pretty

Also, in case anyone has a child with asthma: we never travel on vacation anywhere without my son's nebulizer machine. I have always carried it on for fear of the airlines losing it somewhere and its about a $300 machine to re purchase. I got a written note from the doctor to take with me this week explaining what it is and why we should carry it on (if fits in a backpack with no problem) because I got to thinking if they turn it on...how would they know what the heck its supposed to do (help ya breath).....

hope these tips help someone...

 

[imgoingtodisney]

My husband uses a breathing machine to sleep. Sleep apnea. Does he need a doctors note?

 

[Esmerelda]

well...my theory was if the lady says security has to visible see that it works (she very much emphasized that point).......well..while that may work for cameras...laptops...gameboys..etc... I just can't picture security knowing what a nebulizer does...and how do I prove it.....?? thats why I thought a drs note would be helpful when I get to that checkpoint just in case.....I don't want to be one of those folks that gets something taken away due to my own carelessness.....(and yes, I have bad luck...lol)

In spite of everything thats transpired...I am just going to try to take my boys to Disney as planned 8 months ago...and have a relaxing time if possible.

check with your airlines to see what they tell you on it....better safe than sorry....and hey...!
have a great trip!

 

[Kallison]

I carried on my son's nebulizer and no one questioned it either way. That did not make me feel good. Maybe they see plenty of them.