Originally Posted by
MSPeconomist
On any nonUSA-USA-XXX itinerary that doesn't do pre-clearance (for example, DUB), you must claim your bags when you land in the USA and walk them through customs. At that point, you could simply not recheck the bag--except if you land at ATL E, where you would be forced to go through TSA airport security (so you'd be forced to recheck liquids, etc.) before going airside to exit the airport.
Great idea. But will this really work if the flight arrives at Atlanta Terminal E? Is there an escape route after picking up checked bags? TSA won't allow large bags.