How to Fly with Guns

Published on November 4, 2017
Duration: 12:39

This guide details the process of legally and safely flying with firearms. Key steps include checking state laws, using TSA-approved hard-sided lockable cases, ensuring firearms and magazines are unloaded, and storing ammunition properly. It also covers airport check-in procedures and firearm retrieval at your destination.

Quick Summary

To fly with firearms, declare them at check-in, ensure they are unloaded, and pack them in a locked, hard-sided case. Ammunition must be in original packaging. Retrieve firearms from the airline's baggage service office, not the regular carousel.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Flying with Firearms
  2. 01:21Legal Considerations & State Laws
  3. 02:35Choosing the Right Pistol Case
  4. 04:24Packing Rifles and Ammunition
  5. 05:55Locks and Security Measures
  6. 07:00Large Equipment & Pelican Cases
  7. 07:52Traveling with Training Gear
  8. 08:27Airport Check-in Process Explained
  9. 10:44Retrieving Your Firearms at Destination

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the basic requirements for flying with firearms according to TSA?

Firearms must be declared to the airline at check-in, unloaded, and packed in a locked, hard-sided case. Ammunition must be in its original packaging and stored separately or within the case, following airline-specific rules.

How should ammunition be packed when flying with guns?

Ammunition must be in its original manufacturer's packaging. It should be securely stored, either inside the locked hard-sided firearm case or in a separate, approved container, as per airline regulations.

What type of case is best for transporting firearms on an airplane?

A TSA-approved, hard-sided, and lockable case is required. Cases with hardened foam inserts offer better protection and durability than 'pull-and-pluck' foam.

Where do I retrieve my firearm after landing?

Your firearm will typically not be on the standard baggage carousel. You'll need to go to the airline's baggage service office or oversized baggage claim area, where you'll present identification to pick it up.

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