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Old Aug 13, 2006 | 8:27 pm
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A respected moderator on FlyerTalk, SanDiego1K, came up with an interesting idea for this and other new threads here in TS/S. And Bart graciously agreed to the plan.
When he has updated information regarding a change in the prohibitions on TSA carry-ons, he'll post the info in this thread and we'll update the thread title with a new date to indicate there is new info for your perusal.
So watch the date in this thread for updates as to the changing reg's we have to deal with at the TSA checkpoints.
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Old Aug 13, 2006 | 8:46 pm
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Originally Posted by peachfront
The remedy for plantar warts, caused by a contagious virus, is surgery. Athlete's foot fungus may last or recur for years, even decades. Maybe you can just buy a remedy for it. Maybe you will buy many remedies, over many years, and never be free of it again. I would consider that a considerable inconvenience.
Earlier this year I had a nasty plantars wart and used a Dr. Scholls product that "froze" the thing. I was very sceptical but later amazed. It worked. And this sucker was tough. I had tried several other products but the most they did was reduce it only to have it come back bigger. After the freeze product I can't even see where the thing was. Surgery is not the only remedy.
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Old Aug 13, 2006 | 8:57 pm
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Originally Posted by Cholula
A respected moderator on FlyerTalk, SanDiego1K, came up with an interesting idea for this and other new threads here in TS/S. And Bart graciously agreed to the plan.
When he has updated information regarding a change in the prohibitions on TSA carry-ons, he'll post the info in this thread and we'll update the thread title with a new date to indicate there is new info for your perusal.
Why is that better than letting Bart use his own judgement about when to start a new thread when new information becomes available?
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Old Aug 13, 2006 | 9:21 pm
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Originally Posted by redburgundy
Why is that better than letting Bart use his own judgement about when to start a new thread when new information becomes available?
For one thing we can subscribe to this thread and will be notified of additions to the thread without constantly checking for new threads.

Thanks Bart for your contributions.
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Old Aug 13, 2006 | 9:21 pm
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Originally Posted by redburgundy
Why is that better than letting Bart use his own judgement about when to start a new thread when new information becomes available?
Which is it? What are you talking about TSA will letting leave shoes on go through the metal detector at checkpoint? They are relaxed due to under new security measures. I only one for me that I am allowed leave the shoes on while I was traveling out from PHX. Some that I know TSA employees at terminal 3 north. I didn't have anything problems my shoes.
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Old Aug 13, 2006 | 9:26 pm
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Originally Posted by last2board
For one thing we can subscribe to this thread and will be notified of additions to the thread without constantly checking for new threads.

Thanks Bart for your contributions.
I agree and we now have threads coming out of the wazoo since 8/10. We've had more new threads added in the last three days than we've seen in three months.
It's hard to keep up with the latest news and I practically live in this forum. So we want to make this forum as user-friendly as possible for those who just check it occasionally.
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 12:59 am
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Originally Posted by Cholula
A respected moderator on FlyerTalk, SanDiego1K, came up with an interesting idea for this and other new threads here in TS/S. And Bart graciously agreed to the plan.
When he has updated information regarding a change in the prohibitions on TSA carry-ons, he'll post the info in this thread and we'll update the thread title with a new date to indicate there is new info for your perusal.
So watch the date in this thread for updates as to the changing reg's we have to deal with at the TSA checkpoints.

Great idea. ^

And thanks Bart for a most constructive contribution to FT.
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 3:35 am
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 3:42 am
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Originally Posted by Bart
Duty free items are permitted as long as these items are given to the passenger either immediately before boarding the aircraft or after they have boarded. In other words, the airlines/duty free representatives maintain control of these items until boarding time.
Presumably, if I am flying TLV-ATL-FLL on Delta, and buy my duty-free booze on board before landing in Georgia, it will be taken away from me before I can continue my itinerary, is that correct?
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 4:11 am
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Can I bring an OPEN tube of a prescription cream for my skin? I have the box for the tube with the label from the drugstore. I'm only worried about the tube's being open here.

Can I bring an OPEN (3oz) tube of an over-the-counter cream if I have a letter from my dermatologist with me?

I have no problem having these items tested in any way you like.

Bart, can you relocate to RDU? I have not met any TSA folks there as sensible as you seem to be. Thanks for your efforts here.
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 4:56 am
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 5:53 am
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New Regulations Discriminate against people who need Orthotics!

Originally Posted by Bart
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Gel-based removable insoles are prohibited. Gel-type material integrated into the foundation of the footwear by the manufacturer are allowed as long as they show no signs of tampering.
This rule may prevent me from being able to travel by air in many cases. I have plantar fasciitis and desperately need my $500+ orthotics. Yes, theoretically I could check them, but depending on which airports I fly through and how long the security lines are, that means I could have to walk a long ways without them - that could leave me writhing in pain even before takeoff. That could ruin my entire trip. And I do not feel comfortable checking expensive items anyway.

Please TSA add some sanity to these regulations! I need to know if there is a way around this new ban (Thank God I wasn't forced to throw away my orthotics last Thursday morning like I did $60 or $70 of other stuff!).
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 5:59 am
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Originally Posted by GrizShel
This rule may prevent me from being able to travel by air in many cases. I have plantar fasciitis and desperately need my $500+ orthotics. Yes, theoretically I could check them, but depending on which airports I fly through and how long the security lines are, that means I could have to walk a long ways without them - that could leave me writhing in pain even before takeoff. That could ruin my entire trip. And I do not feel comfortable checking expensive items anyway.

Please TSA add some sanity to these regulations! I need to know if there is a way around this new ban (Thank God I wasn't forced to throw away my orthotics last Thursday morning like I did $60 or $70 of other stuff!).
File a lawsuit against the TSA in federal court.
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 6:30 am
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