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Going home to PA and want to take my carry gun
So, I will be taking a plane ride home to PA to spend a little over a week there. My CCW should be in my hand by then and I want to take my carry gun with me. So the question is how do I get my gun there? Is there a way to get it on the plane. I can carry in PA with my CO CCW.
You need to familiarize yourself with the TSA regulations for having a firearm in checked baggage.
http://www.tsa.gov/traveler-informat...and-ammunition
You'll need to be sure you have a container for the handgun that meets the requirements.
Additionally, download and print the instructions on your airlines' webpage for any airline specific procedures.
Last edited by spqrzilla; 11-25-2012 at 21:40.
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Its rather straightforward. Search the forum for detailed info. Firearm declaration.
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1. Read up on the airline rules on their website, airlines have different policies this is very important.
2. have a good case, double lock is ideal but they'll wa
nt to make sure the locked case can't be easilly opened.
3. You don't have to have a tsa approved lock, but a good solid one or two will work. Key locks are better
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I flew with united, I had a pistol hardcase that came with the gun and 1 lock. Gun was unloaded, I was able to have ammo in the case (airlines have specific rules for round count) but no loaded mags. The tsa guy made no big deal about me having a gun, cleared it discretely, no zip ties. Locked the case, gave me an orange paper slip stating I had a firearm and took my case. Zero issues and I picked up my case at the baggage belt. Man's sure you are right up front to where lugage drops on the belt because theoretically someone could take your gun.
Only in Death does Duty end
Put the locked pistol case into another lockable bag. Declare it at check in and follow TSA / Airline regs. I don't think a lone pistol case would make it to your destination.
I am sure the previous poster was referring to a long gun case.
Edit : my mistake, brave to trust a lone factory pistol case to the baggage handlers.
Last edited by SideShow Bob; 11-25-2012 at 22:43.
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1. Put your hat on backwards, and wear some really baggy pants.
2. Go up to the ticket counter and check a bag. Be sure to tell the bitch behind the counter 'I got a gun yo'.
3. Prepare for hilarity.
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Obama, so full of crap it is a miracle Air Force One can even get off the ground,
Pelican cases or similar are great for airline travel with a firearm.
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