That makw\es sense, and I will transport the mag mount in the suitcase and
everything else in carry on.





On Tue, 7 Jan 2003, Mike Duke, K5XU wrote:

> With the new regulations requiring un-locked checked baggage, I would try to
> handle most electronic equipment as carry-on.
>
> I have flown several times since 911 with an HT and roll-up J pole antenna,
> plus a mini-disk recorder, and a pile of patch cords, but not since these
> new regulations came into play last week.
>
> If you have to take a magnet mount and whip, I suggest packing it into the
> checked suitcase, with the radios in your carry-on bag. This way, the
> security guys don't stop you while they think of creative ways for you to
> use the antenna as a weapon.
>
> For safety purposes, plainly label the antenna and perhaps the other
> equipment as "Amateur Radio Equipment," and include a copy of your license
> in each bag which contains any part of the equipment or antenna.
>
> Since they are boasting of bag searches, it may help you for them to see a
> license from another federal agency. Of course, you should always have a
> copy of your license with you whenever you are traveling and plan to
> operate.
>
> Occasionally, I have had to turn on the HT long enough for someone to see
> the display. I generally have it set to pop up on a local FM radio station
> frequency. One thing for certain, keep it off the aircraft band.
>
> I am about to compile a short newsletter for the American Council of the
> Blind Radio Amateurs, and I would like to hear from you after you travel
> with the equipment. That would make a good story for the newsletter.
>
> Mike Duke, K5XU
> American Council of Blind Radio Amateurs
>