No, you cannot take lighters passed security into terminals in the U.S. In Europe and other countries it is no problem. It has been this way for about a year now. There is usually a large bin where you have to dispose of the lighter before you go through the detectors. So be sure not to bring any nice lighters with you that you will have dispose of. You can, however take matches into the terminal and on the plane- that is legal. Putting lighters in your checked baggage ahead of time is no problem
Nasal snuff is something you might want to consider taking with you on a flight. It is ground tobacco that you take through your nose, and legal to use on the airplane. It isn't as strong as a cigarette in my opinion, but if you haven't had a cigarrette in a while you will feel the nicotine relief. Nasal snuff is a little hard to find, but any "tobacco" store will carry it.
2006-05-02 13:27:51 UTC
It is not a very good idea to take a lighter on a plane because, being in the air with alot of seats, people and fuel. Besides you cant smoke on a plane anyway
blueseasmile
2006-05-02 13:33:10 UTC
because of the recent terrorist acts travellers are not allowed with cigarette lighter on board.better to play safe than allow the evil people triumph.
Bubba
2006-05-02 13:29:34 UTC
No they take 'em away now at the check in line.
the_silverfoxx
2006-05-03 19:37:09 UTC
not a very good idea?
Jacqueline
2006-05-07 13:01:48 UTC
i don't think so
bookster
2006-05-02 13:28:26 UTC
i hope not!
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