Flying with a 30 cuft tank

[ManBearPig]

Anyone do it on the regular? Live in ATL and enjoy diving in NC and FL, but fly most times. I would like to carry a redundant air source, but cant find anyone to rent tanks smaller than 80's. could rig an 80 up as a stage, but a 30 or 40 would be easier. Everyone tell me why I am an idiot in 3...2....1.... BTW I get 2 bags at 70lbs each, so would not have to worry about bag fees.

 

[redacted]

With weight not being a real restrictio, what is the problem?

 

[guruboy]

Are you checking it? Should be no problem. Make sure the valve is off.

 

[BertStevens]

It's your dive. If you want to bring it, then do it! Just remember the TSA requires valves be removed.

 

[guruboy]

Where are you going? Did you make sure you can get a fill?

 

[WarrenZ]

I do it with a 19 I knock the valve out and toss it in my checked bag.

 

[simcoediver]

I do it with a 19 I knock the valve out and toss it in my checked bag.

Are you required to get a visual at your destination?

 

[WarrenZ]

Never been asked but I have a vip card and do check for stuff before reinstalling the valve. The valve must be removed before it can go on an aircraft.

 

[KevinNM]

Are you required to get a visual at your destination?

Yes, I have. It's like $15 and includes a fill.

 

[JohnN]

Are you required to get a visual at your destination?

I fly with a 19 cuft pony. I've never been asked for a visual, but always check before I fly and will bring a fill-whip if I hear one will be required.

FWIW, I always put a hunk of blue painters tape over the neck