Surefire on a plane???

trinslide · December 18th, 2005, 08:22 PM

Hi everyone,

This is my first post here. Looks like an awesome forum - I've already learned a lot!

My question is: Are tactical flashlights allowed on airplanes? Carry-on or checked baggage only? I have a Surefire I would like to take on an upcoming trip. I thought I saw something about not being able to take lithium batts on an airplane... Thanks for the info...

Happy shooting - Chris

firefighter4884 · December 18th, 2005, 08:26 PM

Chris,

I've read several articles about using lights as a self-defense tool. One of them dealt specifically with carrying surefire lights on airplanes. I can't think of any reason why you wouldn't be allowed to do so.

I plan on flying with at least two whenever I fly again, and I believe the FAMs issues Surefire lights to their agents.

--Jim

Blackhawk6 · December 18th, 2005, 09:11 PM

I have flown fairly extensively, both domestically and internationally with a Surefire E2e. No issues.

rstickle · December 18th, 2005, 09:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trinslide

Hi everyone,

This is my first post here. Looks like an awesome forum - I've already learned a lot!

Well, welcome to the forum. Glad you found us and registered.

trinslide · December 18th, 2005, 10:31 PM

Thanks for the info on your travels...

Best - Chris

P95Carry · December 18th, 2005, 10:35 PM

Chris - welcome

- from another Chris!!!

Thank goodness it does seem that (so far) a small flashlight is OK - but the cynic in me is half waiting for the day when even that, and keys, gain ''forbidden fruit'' status!!

QKShooter · December 19th, 2005, 12:39 AM

I heard that you will now be permitted to carry SOME formerly restricted items onto a plane...like nail clippers. Scissors & I'm just not sure what exactly else.
Call your Airline before you take my word for it...but, it was on the national news. I was in the other room though so only heard part of it.

Anybody hear the same thing?

P95Carry · December 19th, 2005, 12:44 AM

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Anybody hear the same thing?

Not heard anything QK but shucks - the mere thought of ''relaxation'' of the restrictions is all but impossible to believe.

I know - it's the cynic talkin' but - well, I guess miracles can happen!

ArmyCop · December 19th, 2005, 01:06 AM

http://www.canemasters.com

A cane is also acceptable on a plane. It'd help with appearances if you actually used it while in the airport area.

raevan · December 19th, 2005, 03:36 AM

Yes they are relaxing some of the rules but havn't heard for sure all they are allowing, did hear nail clippers and knitting needles.

December 18th, 2005, 08:22 PM	#1
trinslide New Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 3	Surefire on a plane??? Hi everyone, This is my first post here. Looks like an awesome forum - I've already learned a lot! My question is: Are tactical flashlights allowed on airplanes? Carry-on or checked baggage only? I have a Surefire I would like to take on an upcoming trip. I thought I saw something about not being able to take lithium batts on an airplane... Thanks for the info... Happy shooting - Chris

December 18th, 2005, 08:26 PM	#2
firefighter4884 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Wadesville, IN Posts: 685	Chris, I've read several articles about using lights as a self-defense tool. One of them dealt specifically with carrying surefire lights on airplanes. I can't think of any reason why you wouldn't be allowed to do so. I plan on flying with at least two whenever I fly again, and I believe the FAMs issues Surefire lights to their agents. --Jim __________________ Firefighter / EMT - Always Ready. Ever Willing. ~Never do anything that you don't want to have to explain to the paramedics...~

December 18th, 2005, 10:31 PM	#5
trinslide New Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 3	Thanks! Thanks for the info on your travels... Best - Chris

December 18th, 2005, 10:35 PM	#6
P95Carry Assistant Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: South West PA Posts: 25,468	Chris - welcome - from another Chris!!! Thank goodness it does seem that (so far) a small flashlight is OK - but the cynic in me is half waiting for the day when even that, and keys, gain ''forbidden fruit'' status!! __________________ Chris - P95 NRA Certified Instructor & NRA Life Member. "To own a gun and assume that you are armed is like owning a piano and assuming that you are a musician!." If a BG dies as the result of pointing a gun at me, then he has merely succumbed to an occupational hazard of being a thug

December 19th, 2005, 12:39 AM	#7
QKShooter Assistant Administrator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Off Of The X Posts: 23,499	On The News I heard that you will now be permitted to carry SOME formerly restricted items onto a plane...like nail clippers. Scissors & I'm just not sure what exactly else. Call your Airline before you take my word for it...but, it was on the national news. I was in the other room though so only heard part of it. Anybody hear the same thing?

December 18th, 2005, 09:11 PM	#3
Blackhawk6 Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Southeast Posts: 370	I have flown fairly extensively, both domestically and internationally with a Surefire E2e. No issues.

December 19th, 2005, 01:06 AM	#9
ArmyCop Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Chickasaw, AL Posts: 1,041	http://www.canemasters.com A cane is also acceptable on a plane. It'd help with appearances if you actually used it while in the airport area. __________________ Matthew 6 Seek ye therefore first the kingdom of God, and his justice, and all these things shall be added unto you.

December 19th, 2005, 03:36 AM	#10
raevan VIP Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: washington Posts: 4,771	Yes they are relaxing some of the rules but havn't heard for sure all they are allowing, did hear nail clippers and knitting needles.

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