Flying with a Firearm

[hurley842002]

Good info guys, this would make good sticky material.

[cowboykjohnson]

Good info guys, this would make good sticky material.

+1

[shane]

Outdoor world/Bass pro shops, Gander Mountain... Most larger gun shops will have a nice locking case.


http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/st...05000_425-5-10

http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/st...05000_425-5-10

http://www.gandermountain.com/modper...3&merchID=4006

There there is this thing..
http://www.gandermountain.com/modper...3&merchID=4006

Just some Ideas

Thanks for everyone's advice and information. I now feel like I have a clear understanding of the procedure that will take place and feel less nervous about everything. I ended up going with the second option there.

[spleify]

So, you need two different locks? One on the gun case, and one on the suite case?

Are other airports the same when traveling back?

Thanks

[bjl913]

So, you need two different locks? One on the gun case, and one on the suite case?

Are other airports the same when traveling back?

Thanks

Regulations say you gotta have one on your gun case, and it would just be foolish to not put one on your suitcase with a firearm or anything of value in it if you are checking your bag! Its like shipping something and not taping the box shut! lol

[spleify]

Regulations say you gotta have one on your gun case, and it would just be foolish to not put one on your suitcase with a firearm or anything of value in it if you are checking your bag! Its like shipping something and not taping the box shut! lol

That makes sense! Thanks

So do other airports work th esame way when you are traveling back?

Thanks

[bjl913]

for the most part. Some may have different methods of paging if they need you after you check the bag. or they may have different ways or places doing the xray. on my way back from sarrasota fl, they either didnt xray the bag in my presence, or did it right there where i checked it, I never had to escort my bag or anything. Usually they are really clear about any special instructions like where to take your bag for xray, or what to listen for on the paging PA system if they need you.

[ChadAmberg]

So, you need two different locks? One on the gun case, and one on the suite case?

Are other airports the same when traveling back?

Thanks

You now need two locks on the gun case only. Most of my older cases would lock in the middle, but you could easily pry the side of the case up and remove the guns without leaving a trace. So now you use a lock on each corner. In theory, a briefcase with the combination lock on each side works just fine, just supply your own foam. And the locks must be non TSA locks. If you choose to lock your normal luggage, there you would use the standard TSA locks.

[shane]

You now need two locks on the gun case only. Most of my older cases would lock in the middle, but you could easily pry the side of the case up and remove the guns without leaving a trace. So now you use a lock on each corner. In theory, a briefcase with the combination lock on each side works just fine, just supply your own foam. And the locks must be non TSA locks. If you choose to lock your normal luggage, there you would use the standard TSA locks.

I sure hope I'm ok, the case I bought only has one lock in the middle. I tried prying up on the corners of the case, but it is very secure. I checked the TSA's website to see their rules for a case and it seems there is no mention of needing two or more locks. I guess I will know tonight....

The container must be locked. A locked container is defined as one that completely secures the firearm from access by anyone other than you. Cases that can be pulled open with little effort do not meet this criterion.

Edit: I think I am going to return it for the 4 pistol model with two locks.