On Airline Security

[tamaranth]

On 29th October I embark on a trip that includes four long-haul flights. (UK-US, US-NZ, NZ-HK, HK-UK). I can just about manage without music, though obviously I would much rather not have to. But the thought of those flights without a book to read -- without a bloody (note)book to write! -- is horrific.

On the other hand, I don't think they can (or will need to) keep up the current level of alert for two months.

And yes, I'm perfectly happy to take a single, clear, carrier bag on those flights. I'll just make sure I'm reading something really embarrassing.

Comments

[fjm.livejournal.com]

You can't leave it like that. We have to *know* what you plan to take.

[tamaranth.livejournal.com]

I'm not sure this (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1931686408) would last me until take-off, let alone landing. But the illustrations are fab!

(Apparently people have been allowed to take on books that they've bought once past security. So I shall make sure not to read any current novels for the next two months -- in case I end up desperately seeking stimulation, as it were, in W H Smith.)

[dalmeny]

That's hilarious.

[marypcb.livejournal.com]

bought in the airport is treated as sterile and you can have a small laptop bag's worth now, so travelling should be more bearable. the airport economics depend not on flying but on shopping.