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=** FLIGHT INFORMATION **=

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**2/6/13 11:15am: Scroll to bottom for latest updated hotel document. I have removed the old version and the one at the bottom of this page is the most recent.** ==== Our flight on // **UNITED AIRLINES** // is scheduled to leave at ** //8:50am// ** on ** //Wednesday, February 13, 2013// **. You should plan to arrive at the airport ** __ 3 hours __ ** prior to our departure (Arrive by 5:50am). Allow plenty of time to check in your bag and clear security to gain access to the gate. Long lines often form at both the check-in counter and again at security. Also allow for possible traffic problems for your drive in as this will be a busy weekday work day. //__Please remember that it is also prior to winter vacation and many more people will be traveling.__// ====

__**Check-in with M.A. DeMello:**__
==== You should check in with me when you arrive at the airport. //I will be near the United Check-in Counter between 5:45 and 6:15 am//. I will pass out a pink luggage grip for you to place on your luggage BEFORE you check it. This helps us to identify all our bags quickly. Please look for me so I can try to get a count of all arrivals prior to clearing security. If you run into problems and are running late.... call my cell! If we do not connect by 6:30am near the United counter, I will expect to meet you AT THE GATE where I will do the final check-in to ensure that everyone in our group has arrived and cleared security. ====

__**Check-in Tips at United Airlines Counter:**__
====Have __at least one__ luggage tag on our bag. EF tags will have been provided at final logistics meeting. You should have also placed an index card or some additional ID card and address inside your luggage in case it is torn off the outside.==== ====Do not have locks on your luggage. You can use twist ties or special luggage zipper clips, but locking your suitcase is no longer allowed. To prevent security from breaking your lock and possibly your zipper, do not use a lock.====

====It is a good idea to tie a colored ribbon, bandana, or piece of cloth to your luggage as many bags look alike and this will help you spot your bag; and more importantly may prevent someone else from accidentally taking your bag off the baggage claim belt. (Although, we hope that everyone will have at least a pink luggage grip that I will provide on their bag.)====

====You will need your passport to check in, along with your ticket account and confirmation number. This information can be downloaded from the link below, but I will have a copy at the airport. You should also carry your yellow immunization card you received from the travel clinic or some other record of your immunizations. I recommend that you keep your yellow immunization health card in your passport so that it is handy at all times.====

====Be sure that your luggage does not exceed the allowable weight. According to the United Airlines website, luggage can be up to 62 linear inches (L+W+H) and 50.0 lbs per bag. There is an additional charge of $70 for extra bags, so if you plan on an extra bag for the flight home, know there will be a fee. You should check your baggage size and weight at home the day before you leave. //Remember, hitting 50 pounds on the flight down doesn't leave room for bringing things back!//====

__**Security Gate Tips:**__
====Know that you will have to take off your shoes to pass through security. If you wear a belt, it will also need to be removed along with all items in your pockets. Also, be prepared that you may be asked to step through a body scan machine.====

All liquids must be 3 oz. or less. Any toiletry items that you bring must fit in a one quart clear zip baggie.
====You cannot take drinks through security. There is plenty to buy in the gate areas including water, coffee, and other beverages, as well as food.====

NEVER joke with anyone in your group or with a security person that you have a weapon, bomb, etc. Jokes are taken as a threat and you will be detained!!! ​ ** FLIGHT AND HOTEL INFORMATION.... CLICK THE LINK TO DOWNLOAD **