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2. Ammunition does not have to go inside the locked case. It does have to be in a box designed for ammunition. That can be the box it came in or an aftermarket box.
3. DO NOT use TSA locks. Use a quality lock. I use a keyed lock and bring two keys, just in case.
As of this morning, the declaration card is being taped on the outside of the case if it's inside a suitcase. That's so TSA knows what's in the box. TSA really only cares about the box if it alarms. Other than that they don't routinely ask to open them. It's up to the airline to make sure it's unloaded.
This morning in Austin the SWA folks asked me ir the gun was unloaded, but didn't ask me to open the box. At Logan last week they did.
I don't know if having Pre Check makes a difference in this or not.
I recommend using a cable to tether the box to the frame of the suitcase. There is no benefit to running a cable through the firearm itself.
Enjoy Nashville, it's a great city.
I bought a "better" cheap case for $6 with sliding latches. After some thinking, I am going to drill a couple of holes in it and run the steel cable though the gun. It adds an extra step for stealing the gun.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LN4LKG/