Originally Posted by
ExplorerWannabe
Seeing as Dulles is supervised under the Metro Washington Airport Authority, I suspect the issue there had more to do with DC laws or police than UA. I've only checked firearms in three states (FL, CO, and HI) but never had any real delay or problem with UA.
I am certain that Virginia officials would be less than delighted with your assessment. IAD is located in Virginia and DC laws are just about as relevant as California or the Yukon Territory's.