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Date: Wed, 22 Mar 2000 11:15:28 -0500
From: Connie LoRe <connie97@gt*.ne*>
To: Hoffman <valhoffman@wo*.at*.ne*>
CC: cavers@cavers.com
Subject: Re: Batteries
Hoffman wrote:
> 
> Connie:
> 
> Please post to cavers a short note on how
> you are currently transporting your lights
> and batteries to Akumal.

I put batteries in checked baggage (one in the cannister and one padded 
with clothes etc).  In some 60 plus trips over the years I have not had 
a problem.  However, during 1999, of approximately 60 cave divers who 
flew to Mexico to meet me, at least 6 expressed encountering problem at 
security checks at airport...all with their batteries in CARRY ON 
luggage.  All were forced to leave them behind. 

True, you could argue the point with airline personnel, miss your 
flight, etc. It is just simpler IMHO to put less weight on your back and 
not have the confrontation <g> and enjoy your cave diving vacation!

Again, I would recommend batteries) for checked baggage and carry on 
your computer and regulators if you MUST carry something (most airlines 
from states allow 2 bags at 70# each PLUS a carry on)      

Safe diving and traveling to all,
Connie
Assistant Manager, Ginnie Springs Resort    904-454-2202 phone
http://www.cavediving.com/connie/           904-454-3201 fax    
18237 Oshawa Drive, Hudson, FL 34667        727-862-2676 home


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