Going to Vegas next week. Are we allowed too? What will airport security say about these batteries and carts? Any personal experiences
Vaping on a airplane?
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True, and I didn't say that you couldn't.. it's just a rule of thumb to avoid problems.
Airplanes are a little different than the places you and most everyone else vapes. They may not allow it simply because it looks like you are smoking and that can cause other passengers to become alarmed for many reasons, which would create major problems. This day and time airlines have strict rules and it's also not possible to educate everyone on the plane about PVs. People have vaped on planes without any issues so I'm sure it's possible, but it all depends on the situation and the people in charge. YMMV
Airplanes are a little different than the places you and most everyone else vapes. They may not allow it simply because it looks like you are smoking and that can cause other passengers to become alarmed for many reasons, which would create major problems. This day and time airlines have strict rules and it's also not possible to educate everyone on the plane about PVs. People have vaped on planes without any issues so I'm sure it's possible, but it all depends on the situation and the people in charge. YMMV
I would check the airline's website to see if vaping is specifically prohibited. My boyfriend and I flew Continental to PA from CA and stealth vaped all the way. Basically, the longer you hold the drag, the less vapor will be emitted. You still get the nic hit but it won't be very noticable .. I blew what little vapor came out downward and nobody was the wiser. (make sure you cup the LED so nobody can see it) Hope that helps.
Can you vape them on a plane?
Can you vape them on a train?
Can you vape them in a bar?
Can you vape them near and far?
Yes! We vape them on a plane
And on a train and in the rain!
We even vape them at the doc!
(She really liked Banana Choc)
And yes! We vape them in a bar!
Someday we'll vape 'em EVERYwhar'!
Can you vape them on a train?
Can you vape them in a bar?
Can you vape them near and far?
Yes! We vape them on a plane
And on a train and in the rain!
We even vape them at the doc!
(She really liked Banana Choc)
And yes! We vape them in a bar!
Someday we'll vape 'em EVERYwhar'!
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My wife vapes on a plane, but she is not ostentatious about it. Usually she has a window seat. She tilts her head to the side (facing the window), cups the LED, takes a pull, and then exhales it into her coat or down top of her blouse. She's yet to have a problem with this in the past 6 to 8 flights.
One time she got stopped by security when a x-ray of her carrying case and carto's alarmed them, but after a brief explanation they were fine.
One time she got stopped by security when a x-ray of her carrying case and carto's alarmed them, but after a brief explanation they were fine.
First off, carry the batteries with you or in your bag. Same with your PV. Maybe take a backup PV in your suitcase. Carry refill juice in a quart clear plastic bag and lay it for inspection going through security. If you have larger bottles of juice, put it SEALED in your checked luggage. I took a SD and Xhaler through security with 15ml of juice and about 6 batteries. I was asked what they were and told them. Offered to demonstrate, but they said no need. Flying out of San Diego, didn't even get asked.
On the plane, I stealth vaped my SD with it in my shirt pocket and leaning over to it, held vapor in for a bit and exhaled down. I was at a window seat, it was dark, and I had my vent blowing. At JFK, a very young man was vaping openly and not challenged. I vaped also, but maintained stealth, as I was not looking for a confrontation cause I know I would loose.
On the plane, I stealth vaped my SD with it in my shirt pocket and leaning over to it, held vapor in for a bit and exhaled down. I was at a window seat, it was dark, and I had my vent blowing. At JFK, a very young man was vaping openly and not challenged. I vaped also, but maintained stealth, as I was not looking for a confrontation cause I know I would loose.
I flew to NM and back, no problems with carrying my PV's and cartos. I had a window seat both ways [which I always ask for] and stealth vaped a few times. I too didn't want any hassles and Im sure the other passengers would become alarmed at seeing plumes of vapor.
Remember that terridiot that set himself on fire while the plane was landing a few months ago?8-o
Remember that terridiot that set himself on fire while the plane was landing a few months ago?8-o
Seems to me that vaping in typically non-smoking 'public' places is the surest path toward more regulation. Personally, I don't do it without asking.
I'm all about pushing boundaries, but vaping on a plane would be dumb. You're just asking for trouble and like jeffree said increasing the chance for bad press and restrictions. Just my 2 cents.
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You do realize that when going stealth, there are no lights and no vapor. If you inhale, count to 10, and exhale, no visible vapor is released into the air. More invisible vapor comes off the perfumed women sitting next to you or from the kid coughing behind you. Which honestly, between the kids, coughing and sneezing, cramped quarters etc with all those people, that is more trouble then stealth vaping on a plane.
I recently traveled from Denver to Salt Lake on Delta. I was carrying two auto batteries - one with carto attached, PCC and wall charger in my laptop bag. No problems at either airport getting through security.
I did vape in the airport restroom at SLC while waiting for my return flight. The funny thing is that they do have a smoking cube right next to the terminal, but I did not want to sit in there around all the smoke!
Also, electronic cigarettes were specifically listed as prohibited in the Delta magazine, which I found interesting.
I did vape in the airport restroom at SLC while waiting for my return flight. The funny thing is that they do have a smoking cube right next to the terminal, but I did not want to sit in there around all the smoke!
Also, electronic cigarettes were specifically listed as prohibited in the Delta magazine, which I found interesting.
I won't testify to vape on a plane. As previous posters stated, each airline seems to make it's own rules since it's not prohibited by the FAA (as far as I've found). A few weeks ago I vaped in the airports at Memphis and DFW without getting more than one or two curious looks. I wasn't going for the big clouds, but it wasn't exactly stealth either. Like everything else where the rules are not clearly defined, your mileage may vary.
Ok, heres the deal while vaping inflight coming from my own personal experience as a Cabin crew member. 90% of the time, I and my colleagues work Long to Ultra Long Haul International Flights (Flights ranging from 6-15 hours in duration)
At this time, there is no formal regulations regarding personal vaporizers and their use onboard passenger aircraft from the FAA, or TSA. All standard liquid rules do sill apply however (Less than 3ounces or 100mls, all fitting in a 1 quart clear plastic ziploc bag)
For the batteries, most airlines (Mine included) have regulations in place prohibiting Lithium Ion Batteries in checked luggage. Keep your batts in your carry on with you. They will not be confiscated by TSA.
As far as the PV itself... that is left up to the individual airline.
Most airlines that have restrictions on PV's will state so in their inflight magazine. Even if airlines do not state clearly whether or not PV use is allowed, it would be up to the flight attendants and captain. If you ask if using your PV is allowed, you just may get a miserable crew member that doesnt know what it is, and get a firm NO... or you may get their blessings as long as you are not disturbing other passengers. What you do with this is up to you as the passenger.
All I can say is.... If a crew member asks you not to use your PV, and you chose to stealth vape and are caught, after having verbal confirmation that it is not allowed... you are knowingly not following your crews instruction which can make for a really bad delay for yourself. I have personally seen arguments between passengers and crew members regarding PV's to escalate to obscene levels of stupidity.
This day in age with air travel being the way it is, it is very rare for a passenger to win in a confrontation with a flight attendant/pilot. Unfortunatelly, some cabin crew abuse this authority, and I apologise on their behalf. If you choose to ask, follow their instruction... if you are going to vape anyway, why bother asking in the first place. At least if caught, you can plead ignorance.
I vape regularly on flights, as a crew member, and as a passenger. Be discreet, not obnoxious.... dont blow smoke rings in the cabin just because "you can" (Yup, I have seen it happen)
Also, please.... if you are going to vape in the air, dont vape any device higher than 3.7V due to the recent instability of higher voltage devices. All it will take is one incidence of batteries venting inflight, and we are all done for! (Our privilege to vape that is)
See you in the air!
Safe Travels,
RIAFlight25
At this time, there is no formal regulations regarding personal vaporizers and their use onboard passenger aircraft from the FAA, or TSA. All standard liquid rules do sill apply however (Less than 3ounces or 100mls, all fitting in a 1 quart clear plastic ziploc bag)
For the batteries, most airlines (Mine included) have regulations in place prohibiting Lithium Ion Batteries in checked luggage. Keep your batts in your carry on with you. They will not be confiscated by TSA.
As far as the PV itself... that is left up to the individual airline.
Most airlines that have restrictions on PV's will state so in their inflight magazine. Even if airlines do not state clearly whether or not PV use is allowed, it would be up to the flight attendants and captain. If you ask if using your PV is allowed, you just may get a miserable crew member that doesnt know what it is, and get a firm NO... or you may get their blessings as long as you are not disturbing other passengers. What you do with this is up to you as the passenger.
All I can say is.... If a crew member asks you not to use your PV, and you chose to stealth vape and are caught, after having verbal confirmation that it is not allowed... you are knowingly not following your crews instruction which can make for a really bad delay for yourself. I have personally seen arguments between passengers and crew members regarding PV's to escalate to obscene levels of stupidity.
This day in age with air travel being the way it is, it is very rare for a passenger to win in a confrontation with a flight attendant/pilot. Unfortunatelly, some cabin crew abuse this authority, and I apologise on their behalf. If you choose to ask, follow their instruction... if you are going to vape anyway, why bother asking in the first place. At least if caught, you can plead ignorance.
I vape regularly on flights, as a crew member, and as a passenger. Be discreet, not obnoxious.... dont blow smoke rings in the cabin just because "you can" (Yup, I have seen it happen)
Also, please.... if you are going to vape in the air, dont vape any device higher than 3.7V due to the recent instability of higher voltage devices. All it will take is one incidence of batteries venting inflight, and we are all done for! (Our privilege to vape that is)
See you in the air!
Safe Travels,
RIAFlight25
(PS. I didn't really mean it re vaping everywhere - I just like Dr Seuss. I'm a very stealthy and courteous vapor, and agree that offending others is a very bad idea. I'm a skillful stealther, though, and so far no one has noticed at all at movies, restaurants. etc. I don't like to hold it so long and exhaling gently into a cup of coffee or a cup of soup is handy - looks like your just cooling it. I always smoked during meals at home, sort of in between courses - it aids digestion according to my superstition. Hate to leave a long, leisurely restaurant meal.)
E-cig - both regular and mods - have always gone through security just fine in my carry-on. They have opened/tested my liquid once when I forgot to take it out of the bag and put it in the zip lock with my "hygiene" liquids.
E-cigs are listed on the Southwest little plastic flyer that is in every seat as one of the "electronics" you can't use on a plane. If you are going to stealth, do it in the john.
E-cigs are listed on the Southwest little plastic flyer that is in every seat as one of the "electronics" you can't use on a plane. If you are going to stealth, do it in the john.
I vaped on Southwest with no problem. I did ask first and they said "Yes, we are vape friendly." I just did the standard sit in a window seat and blew the vape downward so less questions from the passengers. I did inform the person sitting next to me in case they wondered, but they just smiled and said okay and never noticed anything.
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