The Transportation Security Administration has come out with several reports since 911. This is the latest report and we will update as we watch for the Transportation Security Administration updates.
Compressed gas cylinders are allowed in checked baggage or as a carry-on ONLY if the regulator valve is completely disconnected from the cylinder and the cylinder is no longer sealed (i.e. the cylinder has an open end). The cylinder must have an opening to allow for a visual inspection inside. Our Security Officers will NOT remove the seal or regulator valve from the cylinder at the checkpoint. If the cylinder is sealed (i.e. the regulator valve is still attached), the cylinder is prohibited and not permitted through the security checkpoint, regardless of the reading on the pressure gauge indicator. Our Security Officers must visibly ensure that the cylinder is completely empty and that there are no prohibited items inside.Please note: Many of the seals/regulators used in paintball are not designed to be removed from their cylinder by the end user. The seal/regulator should only be removed and reinstalled by a factory trained technician.Passengers considering air travel with a compressed air or CO2 system would be advised to contact its manufacturer for guidance in locating a qualified technician, or to consider shipping the system to their destination via a parcel service.
You may Travel with some scuba gear on-board an aircraft, but please follow the guidelines below.You may bring regulators, Buoyancy Compensators and Masks, snorkels and fins as carry-on or checked baggage.
Knives and tools are prohibited from carry-on luggage. These items should be packed in checked luggage.
Spear guns are prohibited from carry-on luggage. These items should be packed in checked luggage.Please sheath or securely wrap any sharp objects you pack in your checked luggage to prevent it from injuring baggage handlers and security officers.Knives and spear guns cannot be brought to a checkpoint. Pack these items in your checked baggage.Back to Home page from Transportation Security Administration
