Travelling by air

Most of the people want to travel by plane in their life, as it is fun as well new experience. But traveling by plane requires great planning. One can minimize problems by planning well in advance and taking a few precautions before embarking on the journey.

1. Always book tickets on a reliable airline. Check if they are offering any special fares or discounts.
2. Find out details regarding size of baggage and weight allowed. Tag all bags with your name, address, phone number, date of travel, and flight number.
3. As a precaution pack documents, passport, medicines, and other immediate essentials in the carry on case. In case your luggage gets lost or misplaced in transit you will still have bare essentials.
4. Do not carry electronics, knives, batteries, or other banned items.
5. All electronic items like cell phones and laptops must be fully charged and in accordance to rules turned on for checking if asked. Use of cell phones while flying is prohibited. So do not plan or making or receiving calls when in flight.
6. Take along a valid photo ID to the airport. Check whether you have your tickets.
7. Make prior booking for parking at the airport this will save you valuable time.
8. Always check the flight schedule before you leave the house. Leave with plenty of time to spare. This way you won't have to rush from one end of the airport to the other.
9. Be cautious about who you befriend. Never accept any letter or parcel to be delivered to persons known or unknown.
10. Never leave your luggage unattended and if you do notice any abandoned parcel or luggage bring it to the notice of authorities.
11. Be aware of what the weather conditions are like where you going and take clothes accordingly. Prepare well for your flight and enjoy it.

Security

Different airlines have their own rules and regulations in their airlines. After 9/11 terrorist attacks airline security increased dramatically at all airports. Whenever you decided to travel with any airline you have to check the new TSA and airline rules as it helps in knowledge of basic rights in case of bumping and flight cancellations.

It is against regulations for passengers to carry inflammables, aerosols, or household cleaners. Other prohibited items are: firearms even if you have a license. Because of terrorist threats it is against the law to speak of hijackings, bomb threats, or other dangerous things.

Most airports have easy to use websites. Refer to the site and find out solutions for all your queries.