Can the case be locked for check-in,airline travel?
1023803
The case can be locked but I do not believe that they will allow you do do so.
1023804
The case does have a lock built in but it is probably not TSA approved. You would have to add a TSA approved locking device of some kind.
321310
Funny that you mention that, Why Yes you can. I flew United and Southwest after I got this and was my only carryon for some overnight trips.I had this pretty full with my laptop/books and a couple other things and it fits nearly perfect under the seat in front of me. P.S. I did have to show TSA how to open it when I went through security.
2254687
Yes I have traveled a few times with this case on airlines without any issues. It meets TSA travel requirements. Make sure to check your carrier guidelines since they may vary, but for the most part have it in your check in baggage and notify the attendee during check in and they will provide you with a card to fill out. It is perfect for flying.
8922
Yes you can lock the case. It has four holes to place locks in. I recommend No. 7KALF from Master Lock locks. These locks fit the case perfectly and are much tougher than the light weight TSA locks. Also buy them from a locksmith and he can get them keyed alike for you. I have 4 cases, 8 locks, and I only need one key. For traveling, try this procedure: 1)Show up early, the TSA process will take up to additional 45 mins. 2) Carry current supporting documentation for firearms travel from TSA's website and the website of the airline you are traveling on. This is huge. This way there will be no confusion as to what is legal and what is not (TSA/airline reps are not standardized like they should be). If questions come up, and they will, ask for a supervisor and show them your current documentation and they back down very quickly. 3) After filling out your declared card, take your case to the TSA inspection area and/or follow it there and personally watch it get scanned. This is the point where if a lock needs to be open you are standing there with the key. Once it passes this point the do not open the case again.
637946
I was able to lock the suitcase with the holes provided on it. Note that it is not TSA approved, but even the ones that are may be broken by lazy TSA agents.
512034
One of the latches has a place for a lock. I wouldn't recommend it for air travel . It would probably tear it up. This is a standard case, a good case , but not a airline case .
562274
Yes! It has three locations for paddle locks. I have not used mine for airline travel yet but plan to in the future. I have had mine for years and it's bounced around in pick up box with my Rugger in it and it was still on target. For the price they are a nice case, just two for my boys. It is plastic but fully lined with compression foam.
562275
The case is lockable via padlock but I wouldn't recommend traveling with it.
29318
No guarantees on this ever since TSA agents in different airport can interpret these rules differently, but I've been able to cruise through without removing it. If the KB is detached your chances are much better.
1143643
I bought a special lock from ACE that the airport people can open. Not sure how but they did not put it back on so I lost my lock on my first trip. Probably will not buy another lock. But elastic straps keep the case secure. They are a must.
875483
This case does have an inset lock on the middle latch. We have checked this case (locked) several times through Southwest flights and have not had any issues - with the lock or damage.
74850
Yes, the case has one lock on the center latch. I believe it is a TSA compliant lock.
953233
This case is not lockable. It has dual zipper pulls but there is no provision to fasten them together.
1596266
No, not at all. We got through at least 4 security checks with no issue. I had it in my purse through the first check and when we realized it wouldn't fit on the airline we were flying (Etihad) we kept it in our carry on for the rest of the trip.
934553
yes indeed, one of the latches can be locked with an additional devices that is not provided with the case.
2051622
Not that I can see. But a lock would be useless as the case is made of fabric and could be cut easily with a knife.
1798978
I'm not sure if that lock will fit. It has a small hole to pass a lock through that I wouldn't trust. If your going to use something on an airplane I would go with a Pelican case or something high quality.