Changes to flying with a weapon (firearm) on Delta

[pdougc]

http://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/D...417732003.html

Delta Airlines quietly implemented a new rule for passengers carrying weapons in checked baggage, airlines sources exclusively told NBC 6. Luggage with weapons inside will go through an extra secure process during pick up.
The new policy was installed weeks after a gunman opened fire inside the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport, killing five people and injuring six others. Accused shooter Esteban Santiago, 26, got off a Delta flight when he allegedly went to the restroom to retrieve his weapon and ammunition from his checked luggage.

The airline will now have special tags to alert ground handlers to not put bags carrying weapons on the general carousel.
The baggage will go directly to a baggage service agent who is required to perform an ID check on the passenger who picks up the luggage, sources told NBC 6. The agent must then use zip ties to secure the bag.

A police officer will be at the location when the passenger picks up the baggage. Aviation consultant Scott Patterson said this will add another level of security.
“Now, there's a police presence there when there's a weapon that's checked and the police officer can monitor the weapon leave the building satisfactorily,” said Patterson.

NBC 6 reached out to Delta for comment on the new policy. The airline sent the following statement:
“Delta is committed to the safety of our customers and employees. Every day we look for ways to refine processes and procedures with the goal to improve safety and the overall travel experience.”

The federal government said Delta implemented the new policy on its own and the TSA rules have not changed. NBC 6 did not find any another airlines who have made similar changes.

Edit: Is it is a federal law that nothing can be put on the outside of the bag indicating it has a firearm?

[2DogsBarking]

At which point a person with ill intent will then re-enter the baggage area and proceed to open fire if so inclined. These aren't crimes of passion - there are a planned event.

Security Theater - Act II

[Bang]

Control freaks take jobs in management. From thence come silly edicts any fool can predict will not stop anyone who plans on being killed by LE reactions.

[Big Kahuna 19547]

The next act of Security Theater has arrived...

[IV_Warrior]

American is doing it too: http://forum.pafoa.org/showthread.php?t=317771

[SigForLife]

But does it violate federal law? https://blog.princelaw.com/2017/04/0...e-federal-law/

[Bang]

Seems beyond arguable. Law plainly states tag.

[mountaineer1673]

dont forget that in jan 2018, PA driver's license wont be accepted as ID when flying.

[Bang]

I think PA is working on the problem.

[JenniferG]

But does it violate federal law? https://blog.princelaw.com/2017/04/0...e-federal-law/

The law is what an arrogant leftist Judge says it is not what the law actually says.