Leave one pack of photocopies in the suitcase and one at home. It's much more efficient than waiting in the long lines at the check-in area. If your flight cancels, don't wait in line to reschedule. Use a cell or pay phone to call a travel agent or airline to book the next available flight. For the best treatment, dress the part.
Sport coats get better treatment than sweat suits.
Join an airline's premier club. You may be able to skip long check-in lines, relax in a private lounge, and, in case of a problem, get preferential treatment. All rights reserved.