I know you are asking for a specific link, I do not have one. I do offer this (speculative) advice though:
Even if you find that link, and you find that it is technically legal to fly with you batteries checked, what do you think will happen when your bags are x-rayed after they are out of your sight, some guy sees something he doesn't understand, they open the luggage and find your battery... I'd put my money on that battery not staying in your luggage and making the trip. Your luggage may not even make the trip. Personnally I wouldn't take the chance.
Also, I'm sure you didn't miss it, but from Team Update 7:
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Special Note:
Teams should be aware that, whether shipping by air or by ground transport, these 12VDC sealed batteries are classified as “Hazardous cargo” and will require special packaging, marking, and handling that fully meets Federal requirements. The packing requirements stated in section 6.2 for shipping containers, terminal isolation, marking, and shipping in an upright position will be valid in every case when transporting the batteries.
Teams should be aware that airlines most likely will NOTallow batteries to be transported on the plane (checked or not) when they travel to events. Teams are strongly encouraged to ship the batteries in the robot crate unless they are driving to an event. Following this advice could prevent a team from learning the hard way.
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Aidan