Never mind the pilots. Why can't I, a responsible law abiding citizen of the United States, carry any firearm I desire, anywhere in this country, whether it be at sea level or at 35,000 feet?
Since when did my "rights" end at an airport metal detector?
at 35,000 feet?The only reason should be if the owner or manager (pilot) of that private property says you can't.
It isn't any of the governments business.