Air travel?

Tex62 · Oct 19, 2018

I don't fly much and haven't since I have had my CHL, about 10 years.

I am wondering how long it takes to get your bag checked by TSA and through security. I know the details on how to pack.

I'm curious as my return trip will be tight for time.

Thanks!

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Darqhelmet · Oct 19, 2018

Totally depends on the airport and which agent you run into. 2 hours is a good buffer if you are worried. Google the airport and you should be able to get a feel for the wait.

Dad_Roman · Oct 19, 2018

Its only bad during rush hour.....and the way they schedule now, if your gettin on a plane?....its rush hour.

Arrive early, or even better, stay at the airport (you know, something in the HYATT class), check-in, run through security, visit the bar!

Vaquero · Oct 19, 2018

Before osama and obama, I didn't mind air travel.
Now, I despise it.

toddnjoyce · Oct 19, 2018

Vaquero said:
Before osama and obama, I didn't mind air travel.
Now, I despise it.

Yep.

Tex62 · Oct 19, 2018

Yeah, I try to avoid it, air travel. So I'm just mainly wondering what the added delay is for getting the bag checked in.

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SloppyShooter · Oct 19, 2018

If your TSA agent is gay, it doesn't take long to get your bag checked.

oldag · Oct 19, 2018

Which airport? It varies greatly. PDX always has long lines for instance, makes being a frequent flier club or precheck really worth it.

Dad_Roman · Oct 19, 2018

Oh yea....the luggage secret.

If it doesnt go in your backpack...it doesnt go.

The wife and I did Hawaii and another week on the westcoast out of one (small) backpack. Now I admit, 2 people for 2 weeks, we did stop and wash once, but traveling light is a big key. I also learned to love regional jets. Quick on, quick off. A 757 loading or unloading on the Hawaii run about kills me.

So, close proximity or early arrival...
Minimal accoutrement...
Enter airport & straight through short security line (early)
Stop at Mickey D's or Blasto O'rourkes bar (am or pm)
Easy on...easy off...
Enjoy your flight

CyberWolf · Oct 19, 2018

Dad_Roman said:
Oh yea....the luggage secret.

If it doesnt go in your backpack...it doesnt go.

.....

So, close proximity or early arrival...
Minimal accoutrement...
Enter airport & straight through short security line (early)
Stop at Mickey D's or Blasto O'rourkes bar (am or pm)
Easy on...easy off...
Enjoy your flight

This is my approach for the majority of (work related) travel, with the addition of TSA Pre & CBP Global Entry to help avoid too much wasted time. Only exception is if I'm traveling with firearms for some reason, then it's all about getting there early.

Also, on the topic of early arrival - need to give a shout-out for Minute Suites. Starting to see them in a couple locations (DFW has one in Terminal D). Small private (lockable) suite with bed/table/TV/power/internet/etc., right in the middle of the Terminal. Truly epic, hope to see them become more common.

Dad_Roman said:
The wife and I did Hawaii and another week on the westcoast out of one (small) backpack. Now I admit, 2 people for 2 weeks, we did stop and wash once, but traveling light is a big key.

You Sir are my new hero...I don't ever expect to have that option for any non-solo trips

Dad_Roman · Oct 19, 2018

CyberWolf said:
Also, on the topic of early arrival - need to give a shout-out for Minute Suites. Starting to see them in a couple locations (DFW has one in Terminal D). Small private (lockable) suite with bed/table/TV/power/internet/etc., right in the middle of the Terminal. Truly epic, hope to see them become more common.

Wow...did NOT know that one. Great tip.

Restroom?

CyberWolf · Oct 19, 2018

Dad_Roman said:
Wow...did NOT know that one. Great tip.

Restroom?

Not free, but you can lock the room with stuff in it and use the one down the hall. Pretty sure they have their own shower/head, but has additional cost.

Tex62 · Oct 19, 2018

Nashville and LUV.

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benenglish · Oct 19, 2018

Off Topic Warning

Vaquero said:
Before osama and obama, I didn't mind air travel.

I didn't mind air travel right after Osama. I had to fly a lot in the weeks right after 9/11 and there was quite a period when the airports were virtually empty and a half-dozen people on a plane was an unusually high number.

Since then, things have gone to hell. Last time I needed to go to California, I actually drove. I could take guns, all the luggage I wanted, I had my transportation while I was there...the advantages were numerous. I'm pretty convinced that inside CONUS, I'll drive. Planes, for me, are for crossing oceans.

toddnjoyce · Oct 20, 2018

benenglish said:
Off Topic Warning
I didn't mind air travel right after Osama. I had to fly a lot in the weeks right after 9/11 and there was quite a period when the airports were virtually empty and a half-dozen people on a plane was an unusually high number.

Since then, things have gone to hell. Last time I needed to go to California, I actually drove. I could take guns, all the luggage I wanted, I had my transportation while I was there...the advantages were numerous. I'm pretty convinced that inside CONUS, I'll drive. Planes, for me, are for crossing oceans.

I was flying commercial for a TDY right after 9/11 and remember the same thing.

Ghost towns.

Tex62 · Oct 20, 2018

I have flown maybe 4 times in the last 20 years. On of the times was on 9/11. I was in the air on the way to Orlando. What are the odds...

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Mowingmaniac 24/7 · Oct 20, 2018

"Before osama and obama, I didn't mind air travel."

My thinking too.

As it stands, I've been to enough foreign lands, including california.

The only way I'll travel by air is if I'm blown up!

Pops1955 · Oct 20, 2018

"Totally depends on the airport and which agent you run into. 2 hours is a good buffer if you are worried. Google the airport and you should be able to get a feel for the wait."

And it changes from time to time and agent to agent. I fly and carry all the time so i have learned to build in extra time for it. Usually an hour. Just flew from Austin to Atlanta and back. Going was handled completely different than ever before and took zero extra time. On return was treated like a criminal when they searched every orifice of my bag and had to wait in line for nearly an hour. Watched them check every golf club and ball in a guys bag for explosives residue. I expect they were on some type of special watch. SO it also depends on what they are looking for i think.

Tex62 · Oct 20, 2018

Thanks, that is what I was looking for. I have 2 1/2 hours to leave my appointment till flight time in Nashville. About a 10 mile drive to the airport. I am thinking it might be tight.

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Kingarthur777 · Oct 20, 2018

The one thing I can't do, now that I am retired is wear one on an airplane. So, I would prefer not to fly.

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