Laptops, iPods Cell Phones Now Banned On Airplanes
From what I read in this morning's papers, you will likely have to pack that cell phone, your PDA and your laptop in your luggage from now on, same as liquids. Sure glad I gave up flying permanently.
"OTTAWA -- Airline passengers should pack light and stow their iPods, cellphones and laptops with their luggage because new security measures are likely here to stay, says the head of the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority."
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Since I don't own an iPod and you can't use a cell phone on a plane anyway, the most missed item would then have to be your laptop. When I still flew, I kept movies on my powerbook to pass the time as the in flight movies were usually not to my liking.
The no laptop rule is going to be very hard on people who "worked" on projects while they flew as well.
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Apparently the terrorist had iPods which had either been refitted or were somehow going to provide the spark to the liquid explosives.
Well, I know who to ask next time to get my battery replaced
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Knowing this, do you mind if your child or you yourself are without an iPod for a few hours during a flight somewhere?
I thought so.
Even though I understand why the restrictions, it still bugs me.
When I travel to the South Pacific, I go from Montreal to L.A then to Fiji then off to my final destination.
Montreal to L.A is one 6 hours long flight...entertainment on board no so much of a issue.... then what about the connecting flights?
I had to wait for 12 hours last time in L.A before catching my flight...which then is 11 hours long then another connection... (with so much idle time in the meantime, I always plug my iPod in the power outlet they use to vacuum.
Do you think they will allow they small cube mp3 player? (nothing can fit it, ot is is just anything that has a battery in it?
in which case my grand father who's totally deaf won't be allowed on board as he has an audio device to help him hear not that bad...
And for Laptops?
are we going to see more thefts? how are they going to handle them ? because I usually have my laptop in my backpack. no what? in the suitcase? and my clothes on top of me cause there's no roon left in the suitcase?
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Why don't they just strip everyone down, sedate them for the flight and fly their luggage out on a separate, robot controlled jet.
Yeah, true, they could swallow an explosive device with a timer before getting on...so maybe everyone should have an MRI done first.
Maybe, pre 9-11, it was a little much to allow people to carry box cutters on planes, but this is getting a little ridiculous. How long will it be before a plot is uncovered by a diabetic terrorist plotting to take out the pilot and co-pilot with a massive OD of insulin...then what happens??
This is a load of crap... it is being RECOMMENDED that you keep your carry on to a minimum.
This is what Air Canada sent me...
The Canadian Government has announced increased security measures at all Canadian airports. Following is important information that will help you prepare for travel on Air Canada and Jazz flights during the next 30 days
Check-in & Security: Allow extra time for check-in and security clearance. Air Canada recommends that you check-in 90 minutes before departure for flights within Canada, 120 minutes before departure for flights to/from the USA, and 180 minutes before flights to/from other international destinations. It is also recommended that you reduce carry-on baggage as much as possible.
Liquids on board: Effective immediately, liquids or gels (i.e. shampoo, hair gel, all types of beverages) in containers of any size will not be permitted onboard any flight. The only exceptions will be for prescription medications (the name on the prescription must match that on the boarding card), essential non-prescription medicines and for passengers travelling with a baby or infant; baby milk or formula.
Flights to the USA and U.K.: Transport Canada will be performing random searches in the gate area for flights to the USA and to the U.K.
Go Discount: Customers travelling on a Tango fare with a Go discount who have opted out of their checked baggage allowance may check in their carry-on baggage free of charge until August 17, 2006. The bag must conform to Air Canada carry-on weight and size limitations.
While we regret any inconvenience arising from these measures, your safety and security remains our primary concern. For detailed information please visit aircanada.com
We thank you for your understanding and patience, and for choosing Air Canada.
Good thing I didn't opt to go with Air and their Go Discount.
FYI, the Go Discount offers a $5 discount for people who don't require checked in baggage... but if you do have to check-in after all you're dinged $150 per piece.
In other words, people who have the Go Discount after August 18 have to either leave their stuff home or pay $150.
As far as I know, electronic devices are still allowed on Canadian only flights.
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Apparently the terrorist had iPods which had either been refitted or were somehow going to provide the spark to the liquid explosives.
Knowing this, do you mind if your child or you yourself are without an iPod for a few hours during a flight somewhere?
I thought so.
OJ and a few other food items can make a primitive battery. It has already been pointed out that non-electrical primers exist. The more we cower in fear, the more we lose what is left of civilised society.
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Why don't they just strip everyone down, sedate them for the flight and fly their luggage out on a separate, robot controlled jet.
Yeah, true, they could swallow an explosive device with a timer before getting on...so maybe everyone should have an MRI done first.
Maybe, pre 9-11, it was a little much to allow people to carry box cutters on planes, but this is getting a little ridiculous. How long will it be before a plot is uncovered by a diabetic terrorist plotting to take out the pilot and co-pilot with a massive OD of insulin...then what happens??
HAHAHA I agree! They pay the airport people to check your equipment! They should just scan it, make it be turned ON to make sure it's working, and let you use it! I dont fly often but I'll be pissed if I cant watch a movie on my laptop while flying!
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