Check the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) web site at www.tsa.gov for a list of banned carry on items before going to the airport because the list can change daily. This ensures you will check the proper items in your luggage.
Use clear, plastic bags when packing items for carry on. This way security will be able to clearly see what is in your bag.
Wear slip-on shoes or shoes that easily come off. You should be able to quickly remove your shoes when you have to.
Carry your coat or jacket with you instead of wearing it. This will allow you to place everything in the appropriate bins in an orderly and timely manner at the checkpoint.
Pack items that contain metal, such as jewelry, tweezers or pocket knives, in your luggage or leave them at home. These types of items could set off the alarm and require you to go through additional screening.
Have your government issued ID, passport, if applicable, and airline boarding pass in your hand and readily available. This ensures that you know where they are and that you don't misplace them.
