TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ADMINISTRATION REVISES POLICY ON LIGHTERS ABOARD COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT

June 28, 2006

The Transportation Security Administration has announced a policy change: New, unfilled pocket lighters can be packed in checked luggage on commercial flights. In April, the TSA had banned all lighters from being taken onboard aircraft. For the makers of Zippo pocket lighters, which are sold without fuel - this is good news, as it is for collectors and customers. This revised policy applies only to checked luggage. Lighters are still prohibited in the passenger cabin. For additional information on articles permitted and prohibited on commercial aircraft, visit www.tsa.gov.