Originally Posted by
EdatLAX
Thanks for the feedback. I figured they were o.k. and they're nice to have on hand if there's an in-flight emergency. I just don't want to risk having an expensive flashlight confiscated.
That's exactly why I carry one -- for in-flight emergencies, black-outs in the terminal, or problems at the hotel. Note that many TSOs make up their own rules that have no relationship to either TSA policy or common sense. Should you encounter one, calmly ask for a supervisor, the FSD and/or the GSC. If the TSO takes the flashlight from you, call for a LEO immediately and press charges for theft -- TSOs have no legal right to confiscate anything.