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Old Aug 12, 2006 | 7:13 pm
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Originally Posted by GlobalSTL
Just noticed this on the qantas.com website. Oh well -- no more pens!

"Please also note fountain pens containing ink cartridges may not be carried in cabin unless the ink cartridges are removed. If this is not possible pens must be placed in checked baggage."
So how do you fill out customs forms in the air prior to arrival. Guess it will have to be done after landing and guess the government of the country you are arriving in will have to supply pens otherwise no one will be able to full the forms out. Or maybe because pens are not available, you will just be able to walk in, no forms anymore, that's inviting a serious problem.
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