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I have flown with firearms a number of times. When checking handguns, I use a Pelican case secured with a padlock. Their 1150 case works well for two handguns.

Hobby is the easiest airport I've flown through in regards to checking handguns. They usually just ask to see the case, have you fill out the declaration card, and either put it on the outside of the case or have you put it inside (I just do as the ticket agent asks). They then just put it on the conveyor belt--they said their X-ray machine can tell if a gun is loaded or not.

IAH is more difficult--they make you wait for a TSA to come over and check your bag by hand, and physically show that the gun is unloaded.