[Elecraft] Elecraft] Flying with a rig

[Edward R. Cole]

This is a recurring topic, but TSA is always changing their 
procedures so is a reasonable question.

I have flown several times with my old FT-847, 2m amp, cigarette 
lighter power cord for mobiling , mag-mt antenna, mic and a few other 
accessories.  I used to carry them in my soft-side brief case but it 
has been exchanged for a computer case so now the rig gets packed 
into the carry-on clothes suitcase.

I have never had to show it.  A few times they have run it back thru 
the scanner.  A long time ago (before TSA) I had a small sealed 
battery which was challenged but eventually allowed as I explained if 
was for demo at a conference and I had my business card attached to 
the radio (I was a radio tech).

I will be interested if the KX3 causes any controversy for flying.  I 
seriously doubt it will. I suspect that some of the inspectors figure 
the radio is a mobile phone since the mic has a dtmf keypad.

Last time we flew we had the new body scanners at Detroit so I messed 
up by forgeting my drivers license was in my pocket.  So I got a pat 
down and wand sweep and swab wipe of clothes and shoes.  Good thing 
my pants stay up without a belt as that had to be removed.  Seattle 
and Portland seem to be no hassle.

Next time we fly there will be new body scanners at Anchorage International.


73, Ed - KL7UW, WD2XSH/45
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