Firearms
Interesting thread, gents...
Having been in this biz now for a reasonable time, i have seen a lot of bodyguards carrying pistols, but can not remember a single case where these were reqistered or officially noted to the crew..., well, thats part of the game, expecially in the "wild" east. Only registration was for severeal flights we transported hunting guns and ammunition, but thats another thing, i know..
I am aware, that there is some legislation for US pilots carrying personal firearms while on duty, but how do you (US and EASA) crews deal with this on international flights? In Europe (at least in the country where i reside) there are very strict laws on personal carry on weapons?
I imagine a SAFA check, where the authorities find a pistol and some ammunition? How would they deal with it?
greets
Welle