Thread: Firearms on Airplanes

AVSEC provide security services at; Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and Queenstown airports - at all other airports your airline is responsible for security and control of what is loaded on-board their aircraft. Domestically most problems appear to arise when departing one of the airports where security is not controlled by AVSEC (airport A) enroute to one of the airports listed above (airport B),then packing equipment (firearms & ammunition) in the same way on return but having it checked by AVSEC when departing (B). Your equipment is now subject to AVSEC's interpretation of the rules which seems to often vary with that of the airlines. In all probability AVSEC are more consistent with application of the rules as they are just about security whereas for airline staff it is just another facet of their jobs. A link and an email address below. As far as the airlines are concerned, as others have said probably best to get it in writing before you leave.

Aviation Security Service: Restricted weapons

reception@avsec.govt.nz