Lighters and Flying

Texan in Mexico · 05-08-2009, 07:23 AM

Im not sure if this is an outdated thread yet but it is interesting due to the subject matter.

The law is very clear - not allowed. For those of us that travel alot we take the risk as an acceptable risk and know it is a toss up either way and depends upon the thoroughness of the inspectors.

If it is a lighter that will cause you heartbreak if taken away, do not take it.

Safe travels.

JJG · 05-08-2009, 07:58 AM

I don't know about torch lighters but I was able to take a bic with me in my pocket from Houston to Pennsylvania last week. It might be safer in your checked luggage?

bottom line, if you're worried about losing it, leave it at home.

Stick · 05-08-2009, 08:07 AM

Here are the pertinent regulations from the TSA website:

"Common Lighters - Lighters without fuel are permitted in checked baggage. Lighters with fuel are prohibited in checked baggage, unless they adhere to the Department of Transportation (DOT) exemption, which allows up to two fueled lighters if properly enclosed in a DOT approved case. If you are uncertain as to whether your lighter is prohibited, please leave it at home.

Torch Lighters - Torch lighters create a thin, needle-like flame that is hotter (reaching 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit) and more intense than those from common lighters. Torch lighters are often used for pipes and cigars, and maintain a consistent stream of air-propelled fire regardless of the angle at which it is held. Torch lighters continue to be banned.

Strike-anywhere Matches - One book of safety (non-strike anywhere) matches are permitted as carry-on items, but all matches are prohibited in checked baggage."

Also: "As of August 4, 2007, in an effort to concentrate resources on detecting explosive threats, TSA will no longer ban common lighters in carry-on luggage. Torch lighters remain banned in carry-ons."

jledou · 05-08-2009, 08:25 AM

When I flew to Korea the cheap bic type lighters that I took with me were not questioned anywhere along the line.

05-08-2009, 07:23 AM	#1
Texan in Mexico Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Travis Location: Puerto Morelos, Mexico Posts: 958 Trading: (0)	Re: Lighters and Flying Im not sure if this is an outdated thread yet but it is interesting due to the subject matter. The law is very clear - not allowed. For those of us that travel alot we take the risk as an acceptable risk and know it is a toss up either way and depends upon the thoroughness of the inspectors. If it is a lighter that will cause you heartbreak if taken away, do not take it. Safe travels.

05-08-2009, 07:58 AM	#2
JJG Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Jeff Location: Houston Posts: 1,260 Trading: (4)	Re: Lighters and Flying I don't know about torch lighters but I was able to take a bic with me in my pocket from Houston to Pennsylvania last week. It might be safer in your checked luggage? bottom line, if you're worried about losing it, leave it at home.

05-08-2009, 08:07 AM	#3
Stick Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: David Location: The Forest City Posts: 407 Trading: (14)	Re: Lighters and Flying Here are the pertinent regulations from the TSA website: "Common Lighters - Lighters without fuel are permitted in checked baggage. Lighters with fuel are prohibited in checked baggage, unless they adhere to the Department of Transportation (DOT) exemption, which allows up to two fueled lighters if properly enclosed in a DOT approved case. If you are uncertain as to whether your lighter is prohibited, please leave it at home. Torch Lighters - Torch lighters create a thin, needle-like flame that is hotter (reaching 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit) and more intense than those from common lighters. Torch lighters are often used for pipes and cigars, and maintain a consistent stream of air-propelled fire regardless of the angle at which it is held. Torch lighters continue to be banned. Strike-anywhere Matches - One book of safety (non-strike anywhere) matches are permitted as carry-on items, but all matches are prohibited in checked baggage." Also: "As of August 4, 2007, in an effort to concentrate resources on detecting explosive threats, TSA will no longer ban common lighters in carry-on luggage. Torch lighters remain banned in carry-ons."

05-08-2009, 08:25 AM	#4
jledou Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jay Location: Kansas Posts: 2,254 Trading: (27)	Re: Lighters and Flying When I flew to Korea the cheap bic type lighters that I took with me were not questioned anywhere along the line.