In article om, wrote:

MATCHES

The ability to make fire is fundamental to survival and, all else being
equal (never a safe bet :-) the handiest way to do so is to simply
strike a match. But based on the comments I received not everyone is
aware that matches come in two basic flavors and a variety of sizes.



What about carrying one of those disposable cigarrette lighters that you can
buy at walmart for less than a dollar? You could put two or three of them in
an airplane if you like backups.