Flying Through Airport Security Efficiently

I hate it when I'm going through airport security and the metal detector goes off. Sometimes I pray when I'm walking through it.  But that's only because I have an unusual last name, brown skin, and hair growing out of my chin.  That combination sucks and you know it.  

The point is... I end up spending much more time going through airport security because I don't prepare for it.  Maybe you have a last name that rhymes with Shbin Shladen or maybe you forgot to shave and happen to be wearing an odd looking turban - Whatever your situation is, you won't be able to dodge airport security.  However, you can prepare yourself to speed up the process.  Included, are some reminders to help you prepare for the flight itself.

Here are some healthy tips to remember:

1) Shave

2) Make sure your carry-on bag does not contain sharp objects and other things that might be considered dangerous like dynamite (it's happened before)

3) Wear pants that fit snug on your waistline (no belt)

4) Check the weather, so you can dress appropriately

5) Leave your religious paraphernalia at home

6) Wear easy-to-remove shoes

7) Don't make small talk with others before going through airport security

8) Use the restroom before getting to the airport security line

9) Pack efficiently (place possibly-prohibited objects on top)

10) Have your frequent-flyer miles on hand

11) Inquire about exit seats, so you can make a faster getaway (the extra leg-room doesn't hurt either)

12) Keep your important documents, identification papers, and plane tickets close by.  Make sure they are in a secure location, but accessible to you

13) If you bring medicine, it needs to be in its original packaging

14) Drink water.  Dehydration is more likely to occur at higher altitudes

15) During long flights, take walks form time to time to keep your blood circulating in your legs

16) To avoid jetlag, set your watch to the timezone of your destination

17) To get your food first on the flight, order a "special meal" via online booking e.g. Kosher

18) Last but not least, if you have kids, bring sedatives.  Works like a charm.

Websites To Checkout Before Flying:

- Seat Guru

- Transportation Security Administration

*compiled with the help of Dilan Patel and Atse Theodros