Here is what you need to know about bringing Firearm / Handgun through airport security. Firearm / Handgun is not allowed in carry-on bags — Firearms never allowed in cabin. Firearm / Handgun is allowed with conditions in checked baggage — Must be unloaded, locked in hard-sided case, declared at check-in. Firearms may be transported in checked baggage if unloaded, locked in a hard-sided container, and declared to the airline. TSA officers have the final say on what is allowed through the checkpoint. If you are unsure, check the TSA website or ask an officer at the airport.
Sharp objects like knives and razor blades are generally prohibited in carry-on bags but may be packed in checked luggage when properly sheathed. Scissors with blades shorter than 4 inches are allowed in carry-on bags.
No, Firearm / Handgun is not allowed in carry-on bags. Firearms never allowed in cabin. Pack it in checked luggage instead.
Firearm / Handgun is allowed in checked baggage with conditions. Must be unloaded, locked in hard-sided case, declared at check-in.
If Firearm / Handgun is found in your carry-on, TSA will ask you to surrender it, return it to your vehicle, give it to a companion, mail it to yourself, or place it in checked luggage if time permits.
TSA rules apply at U.S. airports regardless of destination. However, your arrival country may have different import regulations for Firearm / Handgun. Check the customs rules of your destination before packing.