Travel News
LAPTOPS - hassle or joy to take on aircraft? - 8/21/08
Laptops at Security Checkpoints -
The TSA announced they will allow laptops to remain in their travel case if the case has a special mesh pocket designed especially for a laptop. Other features of the case are no metal pulls, zippers, or other metal components that could impede the X-ray process. These bags should be on sale now at your favorite computer supply or luggage shop.
WiFi on Aircraft -
Delta has announced they will have WiFi available on all of its domestic aircraft by 2009. They will start with the smaller jets like the MD-88. Using your laptop, Smartphone, or PDA will cost $10 for flights up to 3 hrs. and $13 for longer flights. Keep an eye on Delta's website for more information on this service.
PERSONAL BAGGAGE CHARGE ON AIRLINES - 6/23/08
As previously reported, American Airlines has implemented a baggage charge for the first and all subsequent checked bags on their flights. Most of the other airlines have now followed suit and those that have not will probably do so shortly. Consequently, personal baggage charges will be reimbursed by JLab as follows:
DOMESTIC flights - one bag . . . INTERNATIONAL flights - up to two bags
Additional checked bag charges will be considered when accompanied by an explanation for the additional personal bags checked.
RECEIPTS will be appreciated but not required unless charges exceed $75
A matrix by airline, of charges and effective dates is posted on the Travel HOME webpage under RESOURCES - entitled "BAGGAGE CHECKING HIGHLIGHTS".
For more information refer to the airline website of interest.