AbyssalPlains
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I heard that several TSA agents have been confiscating "SpareAirs" packed in luggage. Seems they actually DO know something about scuba gear!
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I heard that several TSA agents have been confiscating "SpareAirs" packed in luggage. Seems they actually DO know something about scuba gear!
My Local Dive Shop sold me (<$5) a little screw-on plastic lid w/gasket that I leave loosely screwed onto the bottle. Most times they (TSA) are OK with that but one time I had them remove the lid and just leave it open. I would think that clear packing tape would also keep dirt and lint out of your bottle.When traveling with an empty cylinder in checked luggage, how do you seal the tank? Clear plastic tape? Some sort of lid?
That's great news! I was hoping I wasn't stearing you wrong.Sunday I packed my 19cf pony sans valve and resigned myself to the $100 tank charge as listed on the Conti site for scuba gear however they didnt even ask to open my bag much less charge me
See Danclem's response... I've always checked my pony (and BC & dive knife) and carry-on my regs and dive computer. TSA says that cylinders with the valve removed can go either in checked or carry-on, so it's your choice. With weight restrictions what they are now-adays on checked bags it might make sense to put heavier items in your carry-on. Carry-on has a weight restriction as well, but I have NEVER had anyone weigh my carry-on bags.So now I'm confused. Is it better to put the tank (valve off of course) in your carry-on without telling the airline or put it in your checked luggage without telling the airline.
.... It was placed horizontally, and I am sure it had an x-ray profile similar to a small pistol.
Checked everything on the way back, and placed the pony valve in a vertical position. No TSA inspection cards in any luggage.
Dan
Good to know.