I've read that suitcases must be left unlocked for flights to America including the domestic ones. Can you let me know if this is true and if so will my combination lock case be ok to use or will I have to get another suitcase?

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Catherine

Many thanks for your query. I've asked the question for you and am awaiting a response, so will let you know when i hear something, hopefully today.

Speak soon,

Cheryl, your editor

I'm afraid this is one of the security measures which are still in place in the US.

Technically luggage should be left unlocked as US security can open luggage at any time. They usually ask you to open, so your combination case would be fine, but I have heard from the US carriers that they can just open without asking you, and if a bag is locked that does not stop them.

Hope this helps.

Kind regards,

Cheryl, your editor

Appreciate your response especially as you have experienced this yourself. Unfortunately to leave the case open would invalidate the insurance if anything gets stolen. I think as my case is a bit tired I will invest in a new one with a TSA approved lock just for peace of mind.

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Catherine

If its any help, I was able to buy a padlock in Debenhams for a fiver. USA side have a key to open these particular locks if they feel the need, if they do, the padlock will alert me that it has been opened. It can then be reset using a special key.

Janice

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Catherine