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ny4g

Re: KX3 through TSA Security ?

I tool my KX3 to Belgium from Charlotte around Christmas 2013 - no issues. It was in Roses bag with a Hardrock amp

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On Mar 10, 2014, at 11:52 AM, "Matt Zilmer" <[hidden email]> wrote:

> I've flown commercially with my KX3 on three round trips, all domestic
> flights. The KX3 was in the middle of the carry-on bag, padded with
> clothing, etc.
>
> The last time out, TSA wanted to inspect the unit, and asked me to
> show them the batteries. No worries with that!
>
> 73,
> matt W6NIA
>
> On Mon, 10 Mar 2014 08:49:08 -0700, you wrote:
>
>> Has anyone taken a KX3 through TSA security with carry-on luggage? Are there any issues? Domestic flight only in this case (WA <--> AZ).
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> 73, phil, K7PEH
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Phil Wheeler-2

Re: KX3 through TSA Security ?

In reply to this post by w0mu

Just so long as they don't toss it in a bucket of
water -- or worse!

Phil w7ox

On 3/10/14, 10:23 AM, W0MU Mike Fatchett wrote:

> I took my K3 and KPA-500 to J6 in 2011 carry
> on. No issues. Just be prepared for them to
> take you aside and check it out.
>
> I was stopped a few times and other time waved
> on by. I did talk to one of the TSA guys and he
> said that I should have been stopped each and
> every time because of what the stuff looked like
> under the xray.
>
> They swabbed the rig and amp for explosives. No
> big deal. Just keep your ham license handy.
>
> Mike W0MU
>
> On 3/10/2014 9:49 AM, Phil Hystad wrote:
>> Has anyone taken a KX3 through TSA security
>> with carry-on luggage? Are there any issues?
>> Domestic flight only in this case (WA <--> AZ).
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> 73, phil, K7PEH
>

Stephen Selberg

Re: KX3 through TSA Security ?

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Greetings,

I've taken my kx3 and accessories (mp 1 antenna, coax, radial wires, mfj
telescoping whip, signal link USB, various cables etc etc) as carry on in a
pelican case several times. As others have stated, TSA hasn't even blinked
an eye at me. They were more concerned with the medallion and chain that I
left around my neck.

Enjoy and safe travels.

73 Steve KS6PD

On Monday, March 10, 2014, Phil Hystad <[hidden email]> wrote:

> Has anyone taken a KX3 through TSA security with carry-on luggage? Are
> there any issues? Domestic flight only in this case (WA <--> AZ).
>
> Thanks,
>
> 73, phil, K7PEH
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mcduffie

Re: KX3 through TSA Security ?

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On Mon, 10 Mar 2014 11:02:33 -0700, Phil Kane wrote:

> For sure. A law school classmate of mine made some joke about
> hi-jacking and they wrote him up. Kept him from being admitted to the
> bar for a year until it was expunged from his record.

One would have to question the intelligence of an attorney who would do such a
thing.

Gary
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Keith Heimbold

Re: KX3 through TSA Security ?

Has anyone checked their K3 into baggage check in? I have a larger pelican case that has additional accessories. Any bad experiences checking ham radio equipment in?

Thanks,

Keith
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> On Mar 10, 2014, at 1:03 PM, [hidden email] wrote:
>
>> On Mon, 10 Mar 2014 11:02:33 -0700, Phil Kane wrote:
>>
>> For sure. A law school classmate of mine made some joke about
>> hi-jacking and they wrote him up. Kept him from being admitted to the
>> bar for a year until it was expunged from his record.
>
> One would have to question the intelligence of an attorney who would do such a
> thing.
>
> Gary
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Phil Kane-2

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On 3/10/2014 1:06 PM, Keith Heimbold wrote:

> Has anyone checked their K3 into baggage check in?

Not ham equipment but seven years ago (the last time I flew) I packed a
CPAP (breathing assistance machine) in a suitcase whose tag clearly said
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT and it went through checked luggage in several
countries with no problems even though the x-ray showed motors and wires
and circuit boards.
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73 de K2ASP - Phil Kane
Elecraft K2/100 s/n 5402

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Beaverton (Washington County) Oregon
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Ed Tanton

Re: KX3 through TSA Security ?

EVERY time since there's been a TSA I have always had 3 or more chargers,
etc. & cables in my carry-on, and have NEVER had them look inside.

By the way, the last trip my wife and I took, on the return portion, all of
a sudden we were preferred or prequalified-or whatever it's called, and got
to go through a separate and VERY minimal line, with no shoe removal nor
pocket emptying. 3 minutes tops. Awesome!

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gregg.w6izt1

Re: KX3 through TSA Security ?

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I make several trip a year through security with my K3 station. Radio,
laptop, PS, keyer, and all of the accessories, in carry on baggage. The only
consistency is how inconsistent the TSA is in checking bags. The only
constant that I have found is that the less time I have to catch my flight,
the more likely TSA is make me unpack everything!

Gregg
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-----Original Message-----
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Subject: [Elecraft] KX3 through TSA Security ?

Has anyone taken a KX3 through TSA security with carry-on luggage? Are
there any issues? Domestic flight only in this case (WA <--> AZ).

Thanks,

73, phil, K7PEH
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Bill Frantz

Re: KX3 through TSA Security ?

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I regularly travel to New Hampshire with radio equipment in my
checked luggage. The radio is a Small Wonder Labs PSK-20 which
is quite small, but then there is the SignaLink, a 2 element 20M
wire beam, power supply, connecting cables etc.

The bag is inspected about 60% of the time as shown by the "TSA
love notes". Other than an inspection notice, I haven't had any problems.

I also usually carry on a HT in a Pelican case for communication
with my airport ride. I have had them open the case, so I have
to repack it, but no other problems.

TSA people appreciate being treated with politeness. They have
NO sense of humor.

Cheers - Bill, AE6JV

On 3/10/14 at 1:06 PM, [hidden email] (Keith Heimbold) wrote:

>Has anyone checked their K3 into baggage check in? I have a
>larger pelican case that has additional accessories. Any bad
>experiences checking ham radio equipment in?
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Lynn W. Taylor, WB6UUT

Re: KX3 through TSA Security ?

Sure they do, just make sure it has nothing to do with travel, security,
etc.

Coming home on my last pleasure trip, the TSA agent was making
conversation, and I said it was a great trip!

He said "too bad you have to go back to work."

I told him I'd been fired.

He said sorry, I said no big deal, my boss was an <expletive redacted>.

He said "I've had that problem."

I said "so you were self-employed too?"

He laughed out loud, and didn't flag me for extra security.

I think being polite, and treating them like a fellow human being goes a
long way. Do what you can to make their job easier.

73 -- Lynn

On 3/10/2014 3:51 PM, Bill Frantz wrote:
> TSA people appreciate being treated with politeness. They have NO
> sense of humor.

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James A. Carmody

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As an attorney here in Texas for 39 years, my experience has been that our profession is the most closely watched and disciplined of any I know. It is hard to get to take the Texas Bar exam. You need letters from everyone for whom you have worked recommending you, etc. Last time I checked, Texas publicly disciplined and disbarred more attorneys than any other state on a % basis. Is this harsh? Was your law school classmate treated unfairly? I don't know, but don't play games at the airport in Texas even if you have a KX3.
Jim NN5O

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>On Mon, 10 Mar 2014 11:02:33 -0700, Phil Kane wrote:
>
>> For sure. A law school classmate of mine made some joke about
>> hi-jacking and they wrote him up. Kept him from being admitted to the
>> bar for a year until it was expunged from his record.
>
>One would have to question the intelligence of an attorney who would do such a
>thing.
>
>Gary
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Charlie T, K3ICH

Re: KX3 through TSA Security ?

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Four times and they never batted an eye. Sniffed it once for drugs, but
that's all.

73, Charlie k3ICH

----- Original Message -----
From: "Phil Hystad" <[hidden email]>
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Sent: Monday, March 10, 2014 11:49 AM
Subject: [Elecraft] KX3 through TSA Security ?

> Has anyone taken a KX3 through TSA security with carry-on luggage? Are
> there any issues? Domestic flight only in this case (WA <--> AZ).
>
> Thanks,
>
> 73, phil, K7PEH
> ______________________________________________________________
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Edward R Cole

Re: KX3 through TSA Security ?

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One thing you should know about flying on commercial airlines is that
they DO NOT guarantee any electronics that is in checked luggage. I
had a kit stolen out of my luggage several years ago by airline
employees and I only got reimbursement because it was labeled an
enclosure and not electronics. Always carry on your expensive ham
gear. Doesn't make a difference as far as TSA inspection.

Most commercially made ham gear looks like some kind of cell phone
and is usually passed in the USA. I have found great variance in
inspection by airport; generally tighter in small airports. I always
carry my license and a business card attached to the radio. Going
into Canada you want to bring along your invoice to prove it was
purchased in the US to get thru customs on return. You need a
passport to travel to Canada these days.

I am planning to take my KX3 on my next trip.

73, Ed - KL7UW
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