Flying with a rifle with suppressor.

[warrington]

I am flying out this weekend with my rifle that has a suppressor. And does anybody know the rules for the suppressor. I know I will need my stamp but does it need to be separate from my rifle? I know that my bullets need to be in my checked bag it’s not with the rifle. On the lock for the gun case,Do you put one on or how do they check it at check-in? If it is locked with the key they cannot get into it?

[warrington]

Do you need the actual stamp went flying with it or will a copy works

[KoonceCrushed]

Check your airline rules. United allows up to 11 pounds of ammo in the same container......

We’ll accept shooting equipment as checked bags in hard-sided, securely locked firearms cases or containers. Locked cases that can easily be opened aren’t permitted. All firearms cases must meet the following safety criteria in order to be accepted for travel:

Firearms will be accepted only from a customer who is 18 years of age or older.
The regulations below refer to all firearms (or items that may resemble a firearm), including airsoft guns, BB guns, paintball guns and any antique trophy guns or weapons.
If you're traveling with a firearm, you must check in to your flight at the airport counter. You won’t be able to check in through the United app, united.com or an airport kiosk. Curbside check-in of a firearm is also not permitted.
International firearm regulations and laws vary by destination and transiting country. Contact appropriate consulates or embassies to obtain specific entry requirements applicable to destination(s). United is not liable for any assistance or information relating to such regulations or compliance with such laws provided by any United employee or agent to any customers, or for the consequences to any customer resulting from his or her failure to comply with such regulations or laws.
Firearms are not accepted to and from Bahrain, Cuba, Federated States of Micronesia, Israel, Marshall Islands, Nigeria, Palau, Philippines, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and Vietnam.
Customers traveling to Guatemala City, Guatemala (GUA) with checked firearms and/or ammunition must be in possession of a gun import license or a temporary transportation permit, which must be certified and validated by a Guatemalan Consulate. Customers traveling with checked firearms and/or ammunition through Guatemala City do not require a permit as long as their bag does not leave the airport controlled area. Customers must ensure they have all the necessary documents required at their final destination.
Customers traveling to or through Milan, Italy (MXP) or Rome, Italy (FCO) with checked firearms/ammunition are subject to police clearance at their first point of entry into Italy. Security staff will take the firearms/ammunition to the police office for inspection. Firearms and ammunition must be packed in separate containers.
Customers traveling to or through Amsterdam, Netherlands (AMS) with checked firearms/ammunition must obtain permission from the Netherlands Consulate/Embassy in their country of origin prior to departure. Weapons are subject to confiscation in Amsterdam unless the owner can show all required permits. Customers traveling on military orders with checked firearms may do so without prior consent from Dutch Customs. Checked military ammunition is forbidden.
For travel to and from the United Kingdom, pistols, rifles and shotguns must be packed in a hard-sided rifle case. Customers must have the appropriate license or certificate in addition to a British Visitor's Permit (BVP). A Great Britain resident will need to act as a sponsor and submit a BVP application to their local firearms licensing department on your behalf.
Firearms must be packed in a hard-sided container with a lock. The container must be locked at the time of acceptance by United Airlines and the key or combination must remain in the customer's possession. The container must completely secure the firearm from being accessed. Locked cases that can easily be opened will not be accepted for travel. Using a TSA-approved lock can help speed up the security screening process for firearms.
Handguns must be packed in a hard-sided container with a lock. The container must be locked at the time of acceptance by United Airlines and the key or combination must remain in the customer's possession. The locked hard-sized container holding the handgun may be placed inside an unlocked soft-side piece of luggage. The container must completely secure the firearm from being accessed. Locked cases that can easily be opened will not be accepted for travel.
Customers may only pack up to five firearms in any case or bag. However, there is no limit on the number of cases or bags they are permitted to check.
The firearm will be transported in a section of the aircraft that is inaccessible to the customer. Proof of registration is not required.
Firearms carried in addition to the free baggage allowance will be assessed at the current excess baggage charge.
No more than 11 pounds of ammunition may be carried.
The ammunition may be packed in the same container as the firearm or in a separate container.
The ammunition must be packed in the manufacturer's original package or securely packed in fiber, wood or metal containers.
The ammunition inside the container must be protected against shock and secured against movement.
Loaded ammunition magazines or clips must be removed from the firearm, and must be securely packed in boxes or other packaging specifically designed to carry small amounts of ammunition and must fit over any exposed ends of the magazine or clip.
Ammunition with explosive or incendiary projectile will not be accepted.
Black powder, for black powder arms, is considered hazardous material and will not be accepted as checked baggage.
First or second checked bag service charges may apply.

Note: Customers must sign and date a Firearm Declaration Tag declaring the firearm is not loaded.

[BobbyJoe]

Why wouldn’t you be able to have a suppressor in your carry-on? Honest question.

[TX03RUBI]

Put it in the rifle case and lock it up. Done it a handful of times.

[warrington]

Put it in the rifle case and lock it up. Done it a handful of times.

So unscrew suppressor and leave it in the same rifle case as your rifle. Do the rifle ammunition need to be in commercial boxes or can they be in a reloadable box. They cannot be loose correct.

[Quackerbox]

We flew with a gun for the first time this past weekend.

Bush TSA (PIA!) We arrived declared a firearm and got an orange ticket to put in the case. Locked it with the locks on the case.

20 feet away TSA wanted to open the case and inspect it again. I assumed it was for a case with choke tubes and they thought it was shells. Away we went.

Returning from Jacksonville florida checked it and on our way in less than 5 minutes. Then I hear my name come across the loud speaker to return to TSA. I didnt know if it was the ammo I was bringing home or the shotgun again.

TSA guy approaches and asks for my key, leaves and comes back. I ask what the deal is and he tells me the X-ray cant see inside the barrels (it was an O/U) and they needed to inspect by hand???

We have since been told my people we know in the shooting community that fly across the globe with shotguns they have never heard of such a thing.

All that being said I suggest removing the bolt and the can from your gun to keep some mouth breather TSA agent from screwing something up.

[Dusty Britches]

I'm pretty sure TSA makes up reasons to look inside the cases. I also think half of them are just curious and half are digging to find something that will keep the firearms off the plane.

[WItoTX]

We flew with a gun for the first time this past weekend.

Bush TSA (PIA!) We arrived declared a firearm and got an orange ticket to put in the case. Locked it with the locks on the case.

20 feet away TSA wanted to open the case and inspect it again. I assumed it was for a case with choke tubes and they thought it was shells. Away we went.

Returning from Jacksonville florida checked it and on our way in less than 5 minutes. Then I hear my name come across the loud speaker to return to TSA. I didnt know if it was the ammo I was bringing home or the shotgun again.

TSA guy approaches and asks for my key, leaves and comes back. I ask what the deal is and he tells me the X-ray cant see inside the barrels (it was an O/U) and they needed to inspect by hand???

We have since been told my people we know in the shooting community that fly across the globe with shotguns they have never heard of such a thing.

All that being said I suggest removing the bolt and the can from your gun to keep some mouth breather TSA agent from screwing something up.

That sucks, it must be the TSA a person gets. I flew IAH to MT with my rifle, it was just as easy getting it checked in at IAH as it was in Bozeman.

OP, ammo and rifle can be locked in one case, and the ammo must be secure. I use the factory box, but you are allowed to use a reloading box. The main thing is it can't just be loose in your case. DO NOT use the TSA approved locks, unless you want every TSA agent from here to where ever you are flying to have access to your firearm. It's about the only thing you are allowed to lock with your own locks.

[TX03RUBI]

So unscrew suppressor and leave it in the same rifle case as your rifle. Do the rifle ammunition need to be in commercial boxes or can they be in a reloadable box. They cannot be loose correct.

I always unscrew them, but my cases aren’t long enough for an attached suppressor anyways. I’ve only flown with factory ammo in factory boxes.

[Quackerbox]

That sucks, it must be the TSA a person gets. I flew IAH to MT with my rifle, it was just as easy getting it checked in at IAH as it was in Bozeman.

For sure.

The ladyman that I spoke with first in Fl was rude and demeaning. The agent that inspected the case was cool and very helpful.

You read about cops being rude and Hollier than thou, its much worse with TSA agents. We watched a guy in Denver belittle a family over a tablet. It was ridiculous. I should have filmed that guy

[Kcwwcb]

We have flown all over the country with competition rifles. I can't speak to the suppressor question but other information I would pass along follows. Buy the best case you can afford. It will be abused. Every lock hole on the case needs a lock. Most have four holes but have seen some with 6. I have seen TSA refuse to accept without all holes having locks. And like someone else said, no TSA locks. Technically I don't believe that they are allowed but I am sure there is someone out there that will let you. You can purchase lock sets that have four locks with one key. Makes it a little easier. I would highly recommend using the cut to fit foam. You can buy blank inserts and cut yourself. Make it as tight as possible. An electric filet knife works great for cutting the foam. I have seen multiple rifle damaged in good cases that were loosely packed in the case. Others covered the ammunition. We have had no trouble placing in our suitcase but are limited to the 11 pounds.
The last thing I will say about flying with firearms is educate yourself on the airline and TSA policy. Be knowledgeable and assertive if necessary but have PATIENCE. Every airport, every agent, every airline will be different. Roll with it and you shouldn't have any problems. Good luck and safe travels!

[QuackHunter]

Why wouldn’t you be able to have a suppressor in your carry-on? Honest question.

Also curious about this, you can fly with night vision in a carry on as well as armor, Complete helmet setups etc.


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[blaqkpanda]

[QUOTE=QuackHunter;15445494]Also curious about this, you can fly with night vision in a carry on as well as armor, Complete helmet setups etc.

They won't let you carry on anything that goes on a firearm like muzzle brakes, chokes, etc.

[warrington]

Recap

Take suppressor off and put in checked luggage. Put rifle bullets in luggage. Bullets have to be in a store bought box

Open up boot on rifle

Cut foam or tight foam for securing rifle

Lock on every hole

Carry stamp for suppressor

Get there early