Summer flying travel tips

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San Francisco Chronicle

SAN FRANCISCO _ Airline experts' do's and don'ts for easing travel pains:
-- Use small regional airports instead of major hubs.
-- Book flights early in the day to avoid weather delays.
-- Carry bottled water (which you'll have to buy after security) and food in case you're stuck in a parked aircraft for hours.
-- Use handheld devices and other mobile technology to get the latest information.

Source: San Francisco Chronicle research

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