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Do airport Xrays damage camera film?
Werdnal
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My son is off to Spain on a School trip next week. As a family we have never flown abroad so not sure about the intricacies of Airport check-in.
They have been advised not to take digital cameras as they may get lost, damaged or stolen, but have been told to get the disposable film cameras instead. Not sure about xrays on their baggage and whether this will damage the film on the way out or return, making it unusable or ruining his photos on the way back.
Should he pack them all in his hand luggage and carry on to the plane, or will they be OK in suitcase? Have read some stories online that the xrays used are minimal and unlikley to cause a problem, and others that they will damage film. Any advice appreciated, thanks
They have been advised not to take digital cameras as they may get lost, damaged or stolen, but have been told to get the disposable film cameras instead. Not sure about xrays on their baggage and whether this will damage the film on the way out or return, making it unusable or ruining his photos on the way back.
Should he pack them all in his hand luggage and carry on to the plane, or will they be OK in suitcase? Have read some stories online that the xrays used are minimal and unlikley to cause a problem, and others that they will damage film. Any advice appreciated, thanks
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No the Xrays will not damage the film as long as the camera/film is packed in the carry on hand luggage ............ NOT in the hold /suitcase !!!
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