Originally Posted by Gotte
I was checking the regulations for flying with my bike, and it says to make sure the tyres are inflated.
Surely that should read "Not inflated"? wouldn't the air pressure blow them if they were inflated?
Please let the air out of your tires. It is not an issue of physics, it is an issue of a false alarm. It is also a rule, a regulation, and just good sense. Bicycle tires do periodically blow out and it sounds like a gun shot. Do you want to be responsible for having an airport cleared for security reasons when a "gun shot" goes off while you are checking in for your flight? Flights will get delayed and you won't be a real popular person that day. Cyclists are responsible people and should observe the rules. It isn't that much effort to pump up your tires at the end of the trip. Be a responsible traveler.