Why, are starter pistols illegal there?  Are there no provisions for people carrying weapons through those cities?<p>Even in the case of checked luggage with a firearm, it is usually required (and a good idea in any case) that the weapon be unloaded and disabled (gun lock, etc.).  My personal opinion is that the airline is not going to call the local authorities and tell them they just turned over a bag with a weapon to you.  So, as long as you don't call attention to yourself, the likelihood of getting arrested is too small to worry about.