Is this back pack "checkpoint friendly" laptop bag as required by TSA?
379692
no problems going through tsa, you have to take your lap top out of the bag. it doesnt charge lap tops though, just smaller devices like phones and tablets. great back pack, id buy it again!
2007563
Has to be gate checked. It's too big for the overhead compartment, but it's the best bag to travel with
1818505
Question for the 2 people who answered, "Yes": Yes it can be taken on flights as a check in or Yes it has prohibited items per TSA?
640454
TSA in so inconsistent, it varies. Really, it depends on the agent, not the guidelines. I have been through the airport with it several times. Sometimes they let me leave it in the bag, sometimes not. Size of the airport doesn't seem to be the influencing factor, neither does the length of the line. All I can figure is that the more bags like this an agent sees, the more likely they are to let it stay in the bag. It does always have to be unzipped so the laptop section is opened and laying flat, separate from the main bag compartments, though.
725654
No, if you are looking for a lightweight bag. Look elsewhere. I love this bag, but because I carry several thousand dollars worth of the electronics for work travel. It keeps my stuff safe, but it is NOT light.
2008883
This is a soft case/cover. I don't know what the TSA regulations are for transporting electronics.
641223
I haven't tested it yet but from looking at it the theory is it separates each compartment allowing for a perfect scan of each item in it with the laptop being on the outside instead of the middle like most cases, but rather or not they wont just tell you to take it out anyways is still left to be seen. Like I said I don't actually know and have not tested it at the airport yet.
430557
You can pad lock as has area provided with hole to place lock. as far as the TSA I don't know their requirements.
2127545
not sure it needs to be, we were not given any hassle by TSA. Unfortunately we were a little disappointed by its carrying ability. I don't know if I would say it was very useful.
1364045
I travel all the time with it and the only response I get is "thank you" or "I wish everyone had this type of bag". It is the way to go if you need a laptop bag and fly frequently.
1114634
I have gate checked multiple large strollers and have not had any issues. TSA looks at me funny when I tell them its just the stroller bag but it has always gone through.
1352448
Definitely it is a very sturdy and well padded bag.Your keyboard should stay safe in there during the flight
2106917
Depends on your situation. I have the lock so the contents of my luggage won't spill in the event of a tear. TSA opened my bag up on my last trip which is why it's a requirement for checked luggage to have only TSA approved locks on bags.
227650
I've used it in Philadelphia (PHL) and Orlando (MCO) a few time now and TSA was okay with my laptop staying in the Scan Smart compartment. Knock on wood....
801974
I answered incorrectly before. I thought you were talking about the Tactical Operator belt. The belt on the left has a plastic buckle and no metal. Should not be a TSA problem.
635438
The pack fit into every carry-on baggage check I encountered. I had no issues at Heathrow, which is a stickler for carry-on compliance.
814277
There is a side zipper. The laptop goes on the strap side of the bag next to your back. I have made numerous car and plane trips without issues.