Question about Camera+Film+Laptop in Carry On. HELP please!?
I just bought this 250 Lower Pro backpack that I think really efficient for me. I am flying from New York, USA to Jakarta, Indonesia which the flight total is about 23 hours. I am planning to bring all of my three cameras, 2 DSLR and 1 SLR with an undeveloped film in it and my 13″ laptop in my backpack.
First of all, do I have to take all of my cameras and laptop out everytime I go on a screening process? Since they’re pretty big camera, I mean, I don’t know, I’d never been traveling with all three together. I used to bring one and just put it in a hand bag.
Second, should I do something with my film? It’s a black and white film. I think it’s Kodak and I suppose it’s just an usual film, nothing special in it. Will the screening process be harmful for my film? I forgot to develop it and now my school is closed so I guess the film is not that important… I mean if it will give me a problem in the screening process, I’d rather take it out and dispose it.
This is my second time traveling internationally by myself. Last time I traveled, I was guided by an airport staff as an unaccompanied minor. I’m just sixteen, and I’m a bit nervous each time I go to the screening thingy, fearing that I bring something that’s not supposed to be there.
Please please please help me..
Thank you so much, I really appreciate it everyone!
The screening won’t hurt film with a speed 400 ASA or slower.
You may get some extra hassle with the camera in the carry on, but if it’s an expensive camera, I would NOT trust to baggage handlers as it may get broken or stolen. Just roll with it and help security if they ask you.
Don’t put any water bottles or liquids in your carry on unless they’re “sample” bottles that can fit in a 1 quart ziplog bag.
Take your shoes off and put them through security by themselves.
Don’t accessorize with a lot of metal.
Don’t forget your passport and boarding pass!
When traveling internationally, plan extra time at the airport, at least 2-3 hours prior to departure.
have a fun trip!
Keep your cameras unloaded, and film in a separate bag so it can be hand searched instead of running it through the scanner. Get there early so if there is a hassle, it can be resolved and you don’t miss your flight.
Here’s the site that tells you what you can and cannot take: http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/prohibited/permitted-prohibited-items.shtm