Then pause before rushing into the terminal to make sure that your bags ended up on the conveyor going to the planes. You can always use extra time at the airport to read or work. If you carry your luggage, buy bags with wheels because it makes it easier to walk through large airports. Put your carry-on baggage in the compartments on the other side of the aisle from your seat. That way you can watch your bag if someone else opens the compartment.
Thieves work in teams.
One will delay you while the other picks up your bag on the other side of the scanner. Or, if detained, ask one of the security staff to watch your bag. Avoid being stopped at the security gate. Empty all metal from your pockets and remove your watch. Put these in the courtesy trays before placing your luggage on the conveyor.