Air travel to Boston kilt advice

**bigdad1** · 2nd May 12, 06:53 PM

And the greater majority of those women have been wearing panties. At least in the northern hemisphere. Not so much twaddle as part of being a good member of society is caring for those other members feelings and sensativities.

**Downunder Kilt** · 2nd May 12, 07:11 PM

Originally Posted by bigdad1

And the greater majority of those women have been wearing panties. At least in the northern hemisphere. Not so much twaddle as part of being a good member of society is caring for those other members feelings and sensativities.

Nice generalisation on statistics from heavens knows where

**brewerpaul** · 2nd May 12, 08:03 PM

Lets look into another issue here, and believe me I appreciate everyones thoughts and discussions on this matter. What is under my kilt will obviously be my choice and I usually am good with my choices. The next issue is packing my kilt and gear and hoping it makes it in one piece. Not owning a nice kilt roller I have an old heavy duty suit carrier. You know the kind that fold in the center with the hangers inside. I guess that will have to be my mode of transport and check in for baggage. Ive used it to carry kilts in my car but this will be different. Im not taking my tank but I value all my kilts and want them in good shape. Any shared experiences here?

And I do appreciate everyones views on the down under the kilt issue, I know when to be prudent and make a reasonable choice based on my surroundings not just my own wishes.

**Dale Seago** · 2nd May 12, 09:03 PM

Originally Posted by brewerpaul

What is under my kilt will obviously be my choice and I usually am good with my choices. The next issue is packing my kilt and gear and hoping it makes it in one piece. Not owning a nice kilt roller I have an old heavy duty suit carrier. You know the kind that fold in the center with the hangers inside. I guess that will have to be my mode of transport and check in for baggage. Ive used it to carry kilts in my car but this will be different. Im not taking my tank but I value all my kilts and want them in good shape. Any shared experiences here?

I've found both the original and (larger) wheeled versions of this useful on trips to Colorado and Japan respectively:

http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f...t-three-65828/

**cessna152towser** · 3rd May 12, 02:41 AM

I flew into and out from Boston kilted when travelling to and from the New Hampshire Games in 2010. No problems whatsoever with the TSA regarding the kilt.
After I arrived home and opened my luggage there was a note inside my suitcase which said they had opened it to inspect the contents and were not liable for any damage. The only item missing was my Highland Games programme. I can only assume either one of the TSA guys whipped it as a souvenir or it accidentally fell out and was only re-discovered after the case had been re-sealed. Happily another Xmarker who had been at the games mailed to me another copy of the programme.

**Riverkilt** · 3rd May 12, 06:58 AM

Flown kilted a bunch. Best tip I got for the buckles was to walk through the beeper thingie sideways.

I don't wear a long pin type kilt pin when I fly. Use a short double pin kilt pin like the X Marks pin, and I take it off and put it with my sporran when going through TSA. I reattach it on the other side of security.

I've never worn underwear when flying and its never been a problem with TSA. Kilts, like ladies in skirts, are routine for TSA now. Worst I've had happen was a quick wanding due to a beep. Sometimes the TSA guys give a kilt compliment.

With todays "Sardine Seating" kilts are a most comfortable way to fly - and you'll be glad you did.

And don't be surprised if the female flight attendants come by to chat you up.

**Santa Wally** · 3rd May 12, 08:39 PM

Originally Posted by Riverkilt

...And don't be surprised if the female flight attendants come by to chat you up.

In 2009, my first and only kilted flight, while walking from my arrival gate to departure gate in Houston, two female flight attendants stopped me for a photo. After finding out I was a Santa, one had to show me a photo of her brother in his Santa suit.

On a return commuter flight from Houston, the lone flight attendant had another passenger take a photo of her in the aisle next to me. The power of the kilt.

PS: No problem going through security in a USA Casual with the velcro apron closure.

**gordontaos** · 4th May 12, 03:30 PM

I have flown killted, round trip, and three seperate trips. Never a problem. TSA folks are always great to deal with. I have never had a problem with wrinkles as I have only worn 16oz. wool. Its also extremely comfortable. I will have to think of a real good reason to ever wear p**ts agin while flying.