It was not my intent to spread erroneous information. My original post was related by my brother and I ASKED IF THIS WAS TRUE. Further curiosity caused my to do an internet research. I do not and did not know these firearms transporting restrictions existed in G.B. or when they were implemented. I presume sometime this last fall as American Airlines dated their firearms baggage restriction in Sept. As to British Airways transporting firearms within its flight changes, it probably is not a problem. However, it is much cheaper for me to fly to G.B. using a different carrier, so may need a terminal change for a flight from G.B. to S. Africa. Now that does mean some additional preparations that I currently had been unaware of. JJ is absolutely correct in that G.B does indeed permit firearms transporting, but with very restrictive policies that may not be convenient for all hunters going to S. Africa. I personally wouldn't mind dong some sight seeing on the return flight and take a lay over in G.B. with side trips to mainland Europe. Now, with my firearms traveling with me that complicates the trip. After flying 6,000 miles to G.B. and not being able to do any sightseeing there due traveling with firearms being so restrictive, would be a shame. I certainly am not going to go to G.B. for sightseeing or tourism once I return from hunting on a completely new flight schedule. I cannot see paying for the same air fare twice for no good reason.
