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Old May 1, 2009, 2:51 AM
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Originally Posted by ageo View Post
Today I've transfered in Philadelphia, and during the customs pass, the case was perfect, but when arrived to my final destintation locks were forced and the case was semi-opened.

So there is a thief in Philadelphia Airport... it is clear.
Anytime you arrive from out of the country, your bags are screed by the TSA after you re-check them in customs. As stated, if they are not TSA locks, and the TSA needs to get inside, they will break the locks.

I will say, however that Philly is a thief haven, amongst all of the airlines.

As to the original post - If you hand your bag over, the normal baggage liability should apply, however that also means that electronics are not covered, so you will not be able to recover anything on this one.