AboutNatalia Ippolito Expertise As a former TSA Security Screener I've searched thousands of carry-on and check-in bags, as well as thousands of passengers! I can answer questions on; what and what not to pack, what and what not to say, how to prepare for security checkpoint, family and individual safety at the airport, what and what not to wear and ways to make traveling with kids, pets, and firearms smooth and easy! I have clear and valuable advice for clearing airport security for those with disabilities, service animals and other sensitive situations.
Experience I am a former TSA Airport Dual Function Security Screener and have devoted thousands of hours in front of x-ray monitors and screening passengers and luggage. I am author of, I MIGHT AS WELL BE NAKED: How to Survive Airport Screening With Your Clothes On! an invaluable reference guide with personal front-line stories and over 368 tips to help you save, time, money and reduce travel stress.
Publications I have been featured in more that 25 radio and tv interviews and have many articles posted throughout the internet, and I am the published author of, I MIGHT AS WELL BE NAKED: How to Survive Airport Screening With Your Clothes On! My articles can be read at http://www.airportbook.com/articles
Education/Credentials I have a degree in Television Production and Communications.
Awards and Honors I am also a screenwriter and co-wrote the award winning screenplays for LITTLE NAPALI WARRIORS and the documentary BAY AREA GHOSTS.
Question In a few weeks my family will fly from NY to Hawaii. Can I take food onboard (also through security check)for us to snack/eat during the flight?
Answer Hi,
Congratulations on taking a Hawaiian vacation. I am from the island of Kaua'i. I lived there for 5 years. You can write me at contact@divineislandbooks.com for any recommendations if you're going to that island.
If you have not gone through security--Remember your 3-1-1 rule for liquids which include food items that are liquid, gel or cream products. 3-1-1 means: 3 ounces or less, 1 plastic zip-top bag and 1 bag per passenger. One bag means one bag per passenger, whether it's liquid food or non-food items.
You can take items like trail-mix, chips, anything that is not liquid, gel or cream base.
Before going through security an example of items that would be required to fit into 3 ounce bottles would be: beverages, canned or jarred goods, cheese in pressurized containers, duty free alcohol, gel based sports supplements, jell-o, pudding, whipped cream, yogurt or other gel like food products.
It's really not worth taking the above food items that are required to be in 3 ounce bottles. You could purchase beverages, liquids and gel like food items after you pass through security.
