Flying with Multi-burner Stoves (MSR, Primus, etc)
 

Hi all,

On my way back to Santiago my much cherished Primus omnifuel somehow disappeared from my checked-in luggage. I think it was probably stolen because surely if they had confiscated it, they would have put some sort of notice in the bag? Who knows.

I've replaced it with a second-hand Whisperlight - I'm paranoid now. I suppose the actual stove can be checked in with hand luggage providing there is zero smell or residue. However, what about the fuel bottle? I suppose I can always buy another in when I return to Chile, but they're very expensive for a tin bottle.

I flew out via Dubai from Manchester last time with my (brand new) Primus. The women in Dubai gave a disgusted look at it and asked me what it was, but I just said it was a camping stove. The UK authorities said nothing. Someone said put stove in Hand luggage, put stickers over the fuel bottle to disguise it as a waterbottle. Ideas or experiences appreciated!

Cheers
RTW

Here is a link to a Dangerous good declaration pdf file from Qantas
http://www.qantas.com.au/dangerousgo...containers.pdf
I think most airlines would have a similar declaration you could complete & carry with your stove in your luggage.