What Can I Take on My Flight?

When you look at the most recent version of the TSA list, you might be tempted to answer ‘not much’.

However, in the spirit of amusement, we here at CTL are pleased to inform you that you are now allowed to take on: Your gel-filled bra (provided, we think, that it’s on your body) Your ‘personal lubricants’ such as KY (up to 4 oz….mile high club anyone?) Breast milk (the internal and external variety)

All fun aside, there are still a number of strict restrictions in place. TSA and airline staff will throw away these things-you-don’t-think-about if located: Yogurt Gel-based deoderant Liquid foundation Lip gloss Saline solution over ... [Read this entry]

Airport Security Increases After Terrorist Threat

With the threat of another attack and spate of arrests in London and Pakistan, airports - and their passengers - are on high alert.

New security regulations have made increased wait times as passengers must throw out lotions, hair products and liquids from their carry ons.

Extensive, continuing coverage can be found here.

How to survive airports, problems, and have a good flight

Murphy’s Law – Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong – probably governs no other industry the way it does the airlines. And we’ve all been there, have dealt with delayed flights, missing information, lost tickets, bad weather, you name it. No matter how often you fly, eventually you will run into problems. But Murphy’s Law can be countered, by the Boy Scouts’ motto: “Be prepared.” Understanding rights and rules, and having the right mindset will get you through most air travel and airport snags and snarls. So read on, get in the know, and you’ll be able to ... [Read this entry]