A light jacket, shoes that can be easily slipped off for security check (and
for comfort during the flight), no belt, no keys, no metal anything. The
sightest ping of the metal detector and he'll be pulled out of line to be
more thoroughly inspected.

Depending on the length of the flight, a favorite paperback or big magazine,
light snacks like granola bars. Gum to chew during take-off so the ears
don't pop so bad. Take sudafed and hour or so before take-off if prone to
sinus congestion. It helps a lot! A little bit of cash in small bills, for
drinks on the plane. Some charge for soda now, too, I think.

Don't know how old your son is, but little handheld video games are fun for
everyone, as long as the sound is turned all the way down.:) Hope these tips
help, I haven't flown in a few years now, but these are the basics for me.

Kelly C.

vickie,
make sure he checks the size of the carryon with the particular airline
he'll be flying. they've cracked down on size.

diane

Jacket and shoes that come off easily. Electronics and cameras may be
damaged by the x rays so they should be carried separately so that they
can easily be put into the bypass tray. I buy those prepackaged one use
cameras--the inspector unwrapped mine. Photo id should be at the ready.
Tell him not to make any jokes or wisecracks that even remotely could
be overheard and misunderstood. he should have some small bills for
purchasing drinks, earphones, etc.