How to Fly With a Handgun

USCCA - 08/10/2019

The travel season is upon us, and sometimes, traveling with a firearm can be tough. As a law-abiding citizen, you may be wondering how to fly with a handgun. In this video, former State Prosecutor Tom Grieve will give you some quick tips.

How Do I Fly With a Handgun?

The first thing you need to know is that everything needs to be unloaded and in a case. The case must be hard-sided with a lock. And ammunition needs to be separate. In some instances, depending on the airline, the ammo will need to be in the original box from the manufacturer.

You need to declare your gun at check-in. And don’t be surprised by several follow-up questions. Your possession of a firearm needs to be legal in both the state you’re flying out of and the state you’re flying into. So check the laws ahead of time. There’s no need to be concerned; just be aware.