Originally Posted by
oklAAhoma
Obviously you'll want to make sure you are at the luggage carousel before it starts up.
Firearms aren't supposed to come out on the luggage carousel.
Lots of misadvice in this thread. There are specific packing & checkin requirements. Check with the airline several days before your departure and be sure you are in compliance.
Looks like the OP has done this before, he's just worried about having to use a case that makes it obvious. Unless the rifle is easily broken down, I'm not sure how that can be avoided.