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Skydiving rigs with and without
Automatic Activation Devices (AAD) are permitted as a carry-on or as checked luggage. Typically, a rig will move
through the checked luggage or carry-on security screening process without need for
physical inspection. However, the screeners have a duty to thoroughly inspect any item
that raises suspicion. If screeners determine that it is necessary to open a rig for
complete inspection, then the owner of the rig must be present and will be allowed to
assist. For this reason, skydivers are advised to add at least 30 minutes to
the airline's recommended arrival window when traveling with their parachute. The following
recommendations are made to assist skydivers traveling with parachutes: Check the
Parachute as Registered Luggage
Carry the
Parachute on the Aircraft
Parachutists
should thoroughly inspect their parachutes at their destination to ensure that it has not
been tampered with or damaged in a manner that renders it unsafe. |
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