Airplanes and E-cigarettes?

[shortpballer]

I'm going back to America after living in France for the last 2 years.



Has anyone had any experiences with security stopping you with an e-cigarette and not allowing you to take it on the plane?


I have a lot of money in e-cig gear, and want to make sure it won't be a problem. I'm scared to put it in suitcase I will be checking in.


Thanks in advance,
Eric

 

[KjAthena]

mail your high end stuff ahead of you and carry a simple set and less than 100ML of juice in a ziplock as carry on

 

[robcope]

Flying from Texas to Florida was easy. I had a ton of gear, from ego's, zmax, k100, several tanks, batteries and juice. My bag was thoroughly searched. Was hit with some great comments and a little praise and allowed to move on. Actually had a TSA agent say she was going to look into it. Even had a ego set up in my pocket and stealth vaped on the plane. No problems on the return trip either.

Sent on my awesome Galaxy note 2.

 

[devauto]

I didn't have any trouble back in July, but I was told I couldn't use them on the plane

 

[Texas Gun Person]

While the liquid guidelines do limit the amount of juice you can have on you, the TSA does not have any set guidelines on e-cigs. Should you get a cranky TSA against, which can be common with the Talk and Stand Around officers, you might have to do your best to explain what they are, and that there is no set policy against the devices.

 

[yzer]

As others have said, you won't have any trouble in the US with TSA. TSA handles airport security in the US. They will allow an e-cig or mod with a battery inside to pass along in the basket with your wallet, shoes, keys, etc. Loose, spare removable batteries should properly packed in safe battery cases.

Your juice will fall under the liquids ruling.

Liquids, aerosols and gels, in limited quantities, are safe to bring aboard an aircraft. Each traveler is allowed one bag in order to limit the total volume of liquids, aerosols and gels. Consolidating products into one bag and X-raying them separately from the carry-on bag enables security officers to quickly clear all items.

3-1-1 for carry-ons = 3.4 ounce (100ml) bottle or less (by volume); 1 quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag; 1 bag per passenger placed in screening bin. One-quart bag per person limits the total liquid volume each traveler can bring. 3.4 ounce (100ml) container size is a security measure.

Be prepared. Each time TSA searches a carry-on it slows down the line. Practicing 3-1-1 will ensure a faster and easier checkpoint experience.

3-1-1 is for short trips. If in doubt, put your liquids in checked luggage.

Declare larger liquids. Medications, baby formula and food, and breast milk are allowed in reasonable quantities exceeding three ounces and are not required to be in the zip-top bag. Declare these items for inspection at the checkpoint. Officers may need to open these items to conduct additional screening.

 

[Olddawg]

I hear what you're saying.. Just nervous about the first time going through..

Are you saying I can have a setup, ready to vape, in my pocket (placed in the basket with my wallet) and it will pass?
Seems they would say don't use it.. Seems it would be taken away...
Not doubting you're experience...
Just curious.. Well, actually.. Looking to do this so I still have my unit during the 'lay-over'.

As others have said, you won't have any trouble in the US with TSA. TSA handles airport security in the US. They will allow an e-cig or mod with a battery inside to pass along in the basket with your wallet, shoes, keys, etc. Loose, spare removable batteries should properly packed in safe battery cases.

Your juice will fall under the liquids ruling.

Liquids, aerosols and gels, in limited quantities, are safe to bring aboard an aircraft. Each traveler is allowed one bag in order to limit the total volume of liquids, aerosols and gels. Consolidating products into one bag and X-raying them separately from the carry-on bag enables security officers to quickly clear all items.

3-1-1 for carry-ons = 3.4 ounce (100ml) bottle or less (by volume); 1 quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag; 1 bag per passenger placed in screening bin. One-quart bag per person limits the total liquid volume each traveler can bring. 3.4 ounce (100ml) container size is a security measure.

Be prepared. Each time TSA searches a carry-on it slows down the line. Practicing 3-1-1 will ensure a faster and easier checkpoint experience.

3-1-1 is for short trips. If in doubt, put your liquids in checked luggage.

Declare larger liquids. Medications, baby formula and food, and breast milk are allowed in reasonable quantities exceeding three ounces and are not required to be in the zip-top bag. Declare these items for inspection at the checkpoint. Officers may need to open these items to conduct additional screening.