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Expecting chaos is almost a given when you choose to fly nowadays.
From overcrowded airports to missing luggage, dealing with stress has become part of the flight experience.
But there are ways to navigate these travel hurdles and challenges, especially if you bring a carry-on that's efficiently packed. To help, Business Insider's travel reporters are sharing their carry-on essentials to make your next trip to the airport the best one yet.