For Those Who Worry About Airport Security - E-Cigarette Forum

Jim Davis · 11-10-2009, 09:20 PM

I flew out of Milwaukee today. My computer case was stopped by TSA for inspection. (I have more electronics in my case than Best Buy.)

The guy picked up my nicostick first, and asked "what's this?' I said it was my e-cig. He said "Oh, I never saw one like this before" I explained to him that it was a home built unit. He told me OK, but he had to swab it. He swabbed my Protege too, and I was on my way to my flight.

So, bottom line to the "worried" traveling vapers, They're OK, and the e-juice does not have an effect on the explosives tests.

crand · 11-10-2009, 09:28 PM

Jim
Looks like you travel a lot, as do I, typically anywhere between 2 to 6 flights per week. So, doing a little math in my head I've had 60+ trips through airport security since beginning to vape and I've never been stopped, questioned, nothing. I don't hide my ecigs or mix them with other electronics. I usually carry my protege or sometimes the 2 piece KR8 in the front pocket of my suitcase.

hyperdeficit · 11-10-2009, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by crand

Jim
Looks like you travel a lot, as do I, typically anywhere between 2 to 6 flights per week. So, doing a little math in my head I've had 60+ trips through airport security since beginning to vape and I've never been stopped, questioned, nothing. I don't hide my ecigs or mix them with other electronics. I usually carry my protege or sometimes the 2 piece KR8 in the front pocket of my suitcase.

I want a suitcase! lol. anyways yeah I have gone on 8 plane trips in the last 3 months and have had no issue whatsoever. i just put the eliquid in a little gallon baggie and no problem

rfun6 · 11-10-2009, 09:49 PM

what is swab it?

crand · 11-10-2009, 09:50 PM

Swabbing = checking an item for bomb residue

KonaNeil · 11-10-2009, 09:59 PM

Thank you so much for the assurance that the airport security guys will be understanding of our hobby.

Concerned that I would have to do too much explaining, I was going to bring a stock 901 with me when I fly to New York next week but now I'll proudly carry the new battery mod I just finished.

Jim Davis · 11-10-2009, 10:02 PM

Howdy crand;
Yup - been traveling for 40+ years now. There are a few of us here, and we even have a couple of TSA employees. This forum is swamped with questions about security from the occasional fliers. We try to keep their nerves calm so they can have a decent trip.

Jim Davis · 11-10-2009, 10:07 PM

Hawaii to NY??? That's gonna be a loooong flight. Keep in mind that most airlines have the e-cig on their prohibited flight use list. You can take them aboard, but they won't let you vape during the flight.

I just go to the lav once in a while, sit down, and take a few puffs. Be sure to blow the vapor downward toward the floor. The smoke alarms won't catch the vapor, as long as you keep it away from them. I would recommend a low vapor juice for this purpose. With a low vapor juice, you can get a hit or two in your seat during a night time flight. Lights off, blow the vapor down, and no one will see it. If your e-cig has an LED, be sure to cover it up.

crashtestjeep · 11-10-2009, 10:39 PM

Thanks, this def puts me at ease for my upcoming trip!

13ways · 11-12-2009, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by KonaNeil

Thank you so much for the assurance that the airport security guys will be understanding of our hobby.

Concerned that I would have to do too much explaining, I was going to bring a stock 901 with me when I fly to New York next week but now I'll proudly carry the new battery mod I just finished.

Understanding? Hell the ecig is how I stopped smoking. By the way I am one of the TSA employees that were eluded to by Jim. I work in Orlando International so if you are going through there feel free to send me a message and Ill meet up with you. I cant take you through security but Ill vape with you if I can.

11-10-2009, 09:20 PM	#1
Jim Davis PV Master ECF Veteran Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston, Texas / USA Posts: 4,221 Tweet this post!	For Those Who Worry About Airport Security I flew out of Milwaukee today. My computer case was stopped by TSA for inspection. (I have more electronics in my case than Best Buy.) The guy picked up my nicostick first, and asked "what's this?' I said it was my e-cig. He said "Oh, I never saw one like this before" I explained to him that it was a home built unit. He told me OK, but he had to swab it. He swabbed my Protege too, and I was on my way to my flight. So, bottom line to the "worried" traveling vapers, They're OK, and the e-juice does not have an effect on the explosives tests.

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11-10-2009, 09:28 PM	#2
crand Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Henderson NV Posts: 180	Jim Looks like you travel a lot, as do I, typically anywhere between 2 to 6 flights per week. So, doing a little math in my head I've had 60+ trips through airport security since beginning to vape and I've never been stopped, questioned, nothing. I don't hide my ecigs or mix them with other electronics. I usually carry my protege or sometimes the 2 piece KR8 in the front pocket of my suitcase.

11-10-2009, 09:49 PM	#4
rfun6 Super Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Tennessee .... Posts: 605	what is swab it?

11-10-2009, 09:50 PM	#5
crand Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Henderson NV Posts: 180	Swabbing = checking an item for bomb residue

11-10-2009, 09:59 PM	#6
KonaNeil Super Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Big Island, Hawaii Posts: 332	Thank you so much for the assurance that the airport security guys will be understanding of our hobby. Concerned that I would have to do too much explaining, I was going to bring a stock 901 with me when I fly to New York next week but now I'll proudly carry the new battery mod I just finished.

11-10-2009, 10:02 PM	#7
Jim Davis PV Master ECF Veteran Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston, Texas / USA Posts: 4,221 Tweet this post!	Howdy crand; Yup - been traveling for 40+ years now. There are a few of us here, and we even have a couple of TSA employees. This forum is swamped with questions about security from the occasional fliers. We try to keep their nerves calm so they can have a decent trip.

11-10-2009, 10:07 PM	#8
Jim Davis PV Master ECF Veteran Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston, Texas / USA Posts: 4,221 Tweet this post!	Hawaii to NY??? That's gonna be a loooong flight. Keep in mind that most airlines have the e-cig on their prohibited flight use list. You can take them aboard, but they won't let you vape during the flight. I just go to the lav once in a while, sit down, and take a few puffs. Be sure to blow the vapor downward toward the floor. The smoke alarms won't catch the vapor, as long as you keep it away from them. I would recommend a low vapor juice for this purpose. With a low vapor juice, you can get a hit or two in your seat during a night time flight. Lights off, blow the vapor down, and no one will see it. If your e-cig has an LED, be sure to cover it up.