BLAZE Magazine Special Edition 2006-2016 | Page 60

unlocking or opening the case, and only do
so when clearly directed to do so by TSA
personnel. Never take a firearm out of its case
in an airport under any other circumstances.
Typically, you and your firearm will be taken
to a special inspection room. You have the
right to remain with your firearm at all times
during the inspection process. Never leave
your firearm until the inspection is complete,
the case has been re-locked, and you are in
possession of the key or combination.
There are additional steps during
international travel. Specifically, guns must
clear customs in the destination country,
and once again when entering back into the
United States. Multiple government forms
may need to be completed and carried with
the firearm, like U.S. customs form 4457. Be
sure to check into all required paperwork
well before traveling. Although most forms
are available at the airport, unnecessary
delays can often be minimized or eliminated
by first downloading and completing forms
prior to travel.
As their name implies, Plano’s Field Locker
Mil-Spec Cases meet rigorous military and law
enforcement specifications for immersion,
dust, vibration and transit drop, making
them great choices for airline travel. Each of
the three distinct long gun
cases and three pistol cases
in the series is waterproof
and dust-proof, and secured
with massive, draw-down
style latches and multiple,
steel-reinforced padlock
hasps. Heavy-duty handles
are also oversized and
padded. Larger models, like
the model 109440 Tactical
Case, have heavy-duty axles
and easy gliding wheels. Cut-
to-fit padded interiors cradle
firearms firmly and securely.
The thought of traveling
with a firearm intimidates
many hunters, keeping them
tirelessly beating their home
turf. But there’s nothing to be
afraid of, given the travel tips
of our expert. What’s more,
recent low fuel and airline
costs make far-away hunting
locales more accessible than
ever. So start making your travel plans for
the coming hunting seasons. Pack your guns
right and expand your reach. It’s easier than
you think.
You have the right to remain with your
firearm at all times during the inspection
process. Never leave your firearm until the
inspection is complete, the case has been
re-locked, and you are in possession of the
key or combination.