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#132091 by Bazz
10 Aug 2006, 17:24
I have not seen any reports of it being affected.
#132092 by porsche911
10 Aug 2006, 17:25
Bazz - I hope to god you are incorrect and they got all the b**t**ds
#132093 by Decker
10 Aug 2006, 17:26
Ade - I lock my case for all my flights. Why wouldn't you?
#132094 by porsche911
10 Aug 2006, 17:30
Bazz - so it would make sense for me when flying to Shanghai next month to maybe avoid the Uk - But who would you suggest fly with from Europe in Business class that would come near UCS
#132095 by ade99
10 Aug 2006, 17:35
Originally posted by Decker
Ade - I lock my case for all my flights. Why wouldn't you?


Well it's always hit and miss especially if connecting thro US where the TSA can never make their ming up if it should be locked or unlocked. Getting off a 10hr UK-US and remembering to unlock just in case never works for me.
#132096 by Littlejohn
10 Aug 2006, 17:42
Originally posted by porsche911
Ok makes me think for long haul I will now avoid the UK.
Sounds like a good plan to me.
#132097 by Decker
10 Aug 2006, 17:43
Just use TSA approved locks and always lock. They're getting cheaper by the year :).
#132098 by Littlejohn
10 Aug 2006, 17:44
Originally posted by Decker
Just use TSA approved locks and always lock. They're getting cheaper by the year :).
And how many have you had to buy because the TSA levered them off?[}:)]
#132099 by mike-smashing
10 Aug 2006, 17:48
BTW, the DfT have confirmed in their statement that the "no carry-on luggage" policy will not be a long term thing. From http://www.dft.gov.uk...

"We hope that these measures, which are being kept under review by the Government, will need to be in place for a limited period only."

I'm sure that once the terror threat subsides, we'll see things go back to "normal". However, I wouldn't be surprised to find we're prevented from taking liquids and certain other items aboard, unless they are in checked luggage.

Cheers,
Mike
#132100 by porsche911
10 Aug 2006, 17:52
well i would not mind that - we can always use the "UCS Kit"

Keith
#132101 by tallprawn
10 Aug 2006, 17:52
Originally posted by mike-smashing
BTW, the DfT have confirmed in their statement that the "no carry-on luggage" policy will not be a long term think. From http://www.dft.gov.uk...

"We hope that these measures, which are being kept under review by the Government, will need to be in place for a limited period only."

I'm sure that once the terror threat subsides, we'll see things go back to "normal". However, I wouldn't be surprised to find we're prevented from taking liquids and certain other items aboard, unless they are in checked luggage.

Cheers,
Mike


I think liquids are gone until the time when testing equipment is widespread and 100% reliable.

I wouldn't have any issues with that given what this scheming bunch have been planning.
#132102 by Decker
10 Aug 2006, 17:59
Originally posted by sailor99
Originally posted by Decker
Just use TSA approved locks and always lock. They're getting cheaper by the year :).
And how many have you had to buy because the TSA levered them off?[}:)]


Once when they were very first introduced. No issues since!
#132104 by slinky09
10 Aug 2006, 18:00
Still reading CNN and it's all 'the greatest threat to the US since 911' ... hmmm, what about the UK too?

Mind you, CNN is so much more up to date and informative than the BBC, which is typical. News now that recent arrests in Pakistan lead to the escalation of action here and the arrests last night - clear implication that there is a link.
#132106 by mike-smashing
10 Aug 2006, 18:03
Originally posted by tallprawn
I think liquids are gone until the time when testing equipment is widespread and 100% reliable.

I wouldn't have any issues with that given what this scheming bunch have been planning.


Likewise. However, here's a thought...

Will the carriers who only offer buy-on-board refreshments (including all drinks being b-o-b) be mandated to provide free water and other liquid refreshment, because pax won't be able to take water with them anymore?

My guess is that if the airlines want something, they will get it.

Cheers,
Mike
#132107 by Littlejohn
10 Aug 2006, 18:10
Originally posted by mike-smashing

My guess is that if the airlines want something, they will get it.
Indeed. And the duty free retailers would be looking for a relaxation ASAP on the same principle, one would have thought.
#132108 by Decker
10 Aug 2006, 18:14
CNN "Latest news" - "Airline stocks hammered on Wall Street" :).
#132110 by Littlejohn
10 Aug 2006, 18:20
Originally posted by Decker
CNN "Latest news" - "Airline stocks hammered on Wall Street" :).
Wouldn't laugh too loud old boy. The headline could equally have read "Pension fund's airline holdings hammered. Retirement age heading for 80".[B)]
#132111 by Decker
10 Aug 2006, 18:27
More the prioritisation than the content... top of the list.
#132120 by Decker
10 Aug 2006, 18:55
Just read my favourite quote on this over on the BBC News comment section. "Perhaps they could take out the overhead lockers to make room for more seats".
#132121 by slinky09
10 Aug 2006, 19:21
Originally posted by Decker
Just read my favourite quote on this over on the BBC News comment section. "Perhaps they could take out the overhead lockers to make room for more seats".


Is this for bat people?
#132124 by tosh_5
10 Aug 2006, 19:44
im watching msnbc news and there saying its a threat to american passengers. Dont they realise brits will be on there as well.
#132126 by catsilversword
10 Aug 2006, 19:45
Originally posted by tosh_5
maybe the logical thing to do would be to leave the laptop at home if your on buisness then maybe the company your with will cover it


Doesn't help much with your electronic car key though - if your case gets rifled and the key is lost - you're basically stuffed. Not all cars come with the option of a standard key...
#132127 by catsilversword
10 Aug 2006, 19:47
Originally posted by Decker
Ade - I lock my case for all my flights. Why wouldn't you?


Because Homeland Security basically lets US airlines do what they want with your bags, including busting the lock. That's why....
#132128 by catsilversword
10 Aug 2006, 19:48
Originally posted by Decker
Just use TSA approved locks and always lock. They're getting cheaper by the year :).


TSA? What are those? Are they available in the UK???
#132129 by mitchja
10 Aug 2006, 19:57
Claire

TSA locks are available in the UK - I got mine from my local ASDA supermarket.

Regards
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