Tassie_Rohan:
Can I ask a really stupid question here?
Most airlines get concerned when you try to check in anything resembling a gas tank - even if its empty.
Do you rebreather divers have any trouble checking in/carrying on dilutant and oxygen tanks: and if so any problems?
I'm slowly learning up on RB's: I like their advantages but I travel a lot and am curious how difficult they are to bring along.
Cheers,
Rohan.
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not as long as you follow TSA rules.. The tanks must have the valves removed and open for inspection.. (no caps/plugs ect)
Continental specifically allows multiple tanks (most airlines officially allow one tank but have never heard of anyone getting refused the second tank) and sodasorb for rebreather dives in their baggage policy..
here is continental's policy
Scuba Equipment
Continental does accept one dive bag containing equipment used in the scuba-diving sport as part of the free baggage allowance. Scuba equipment in addition to the free baggage allowance will be assessed at the excess baggage charge applicable in the market for a single piece.
An empty dive tank will not be included in determining the Free Baggage Allowance and will be subject to a $100 service charge (each way).
An empty dive tank or up to 3 rebreather tanks will not be included in determining the Free Baggage Allowance and will be subject to a service charge of $100. The empty dive/rebreather tank must have the regulator valve completely disconnected form the tank. The tank must not be sealed (i.e. the tank has an open end). The tank must have an opening to allow for a visual inspection by a TSA Security Screener.
Note for Rebreather Equipment: Soda lime that is 4% Sodium Hydroxide or less will be accepted in checked baggage. Soda lime that is 4% Sodium Hydroxide will not be accepted in checked baggage.
An item of SCUBA equipment consists of one empty SCUBA tank, up to 3 rebreather tanks or one dive bag containing equipment used in the scuba-diving sport. The empty scuba/rebreather tank and a separate dive bag containing SCUBA equipment will be charged as two separate pieces.
Continental is not liable for damage to Scuba diving equipment.