The Actual text displayed at bmi check in is . .. ." Cigarette Lighters". .. ."Lighters with a flammable liquid reservoir containing unabsorbed liquid fuel are not. .permitted on one's person nor in checked or carry on baggage.. .. .Lighter fuel and re-fills are not permitted.. .. .If you are in any doubt about the type of lighter you have with you, Please do not bring it on to the aircraft.". .. .unquote.. .. .The crucial phrase being "unabsorbed liquid fuel". .. .GAS FUEL LIGHTERS ARE NOT EFFECTED BY THIS .