The final decision rests with the TSA officer on whether an item is allowed through the checkpoint.
Item Name | Item Category | Carry on Bags | Checked Bags |
---|---|---|---|
Aerosol Insecticide Aerosol insecticides are not allowed in carry-on; however they are allowed in checked bags as long as they are not labeled as hazardous material (HAZMAT). |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Air Mattress with Built-in Pump Air mattresses with built-in pump are allowed in carry-on bags. Please check with your airline for any size or weight restrictions. |
Sporting and Camping | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Airbrush Make-up Machine |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Alcoholic beverages over 140 proof Alcoholic beverages with more than 70% alcohol (over 140 proof), including grain alcohol and 151 proof rum. For more information, see FAA regulation: 49 CFR 175.10(a)(4). |
Food | No | No |
Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic beverages with more than 24% but not more than 70% alcohol are limited in checked bags to 5 liters (1.3 gallons) per passenger and must be in unopened retail packaging. Alcoholic beverages with 24% alcohol or less are not subject to limitations in checked bags. Mini bottles of alcohol in carry-on must be able to comfortably fit into a single quart-sized bag. For more information, see FAA regulation: 49 CFR 175.10(a)(4). |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Ammunition Check with your airline if ammunition is allowed in checked bags. Small arms ammunitions must be securely packed in fiber, wood or metal boxes or other packaging specifically designed to carry small amounts of ammunition. Ask the airline about limitations or fees. Read the guidelines for traveling with firearms. When traveling, be sure to comply with the laws concerning possession of firearms as they vary by local, state and international government. |
Firearms | No | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Antlers You may transport this item in carry-on or checked bags. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Arc Lighters, Plasma Lighters, Electronic Lighters, E-Lighters |
Flammables | No | No |
Artificial Skeleton Bones |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Axes and Hatchets |
Household and Tools | No | Yes |
Baby Carrier You may transport this item in carry-on or checked bags. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Baby Food Baby food is allowed in reasonable quantities in carry-on bags. Remove these items from your carry-on bag to be screened separately from the rest of your belongings. Please see traveling with children for more information. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Baby Formula Formula, breast milk and juice are allowed in reasonable quantities in carry-on bags. Remove these items from your carry-on bag to be screened separately from the rest of your belongings. You do not need to travel with your child to bring breast milk. Please see traveling with children for more information. |
Food | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Baby Powder Powder-like substances greater than 12 oz. / 350 mL must be placed in a separate bin for X-ray screening. They may require additional screening and containers may need to be opened. For your convenience, we encourage you to place non-essential powders greater than 12 oz. in checked bags. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Baby Wipes |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Balloons (not inflated) |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Bang Snaps |
Flammables | No | No |
Baseball Bats Sports equipment that can be used as a bludgeon (such as bats and clubs) is prohibited in the cabin of the plane and must be transported in your checked baggage. |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Basketballs/Baseballs/Footballs/Soccer Balls |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
BB Guns Check with your airline to see if they allow firearms in checked bags. Read the guidelines for traveling with firearms. When traveling, be sure to comply with the laws concerning possession of firearms as they vary by local, state and international government. |
Firearms | No | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Bear Bangers |
Sporting and Camping | No | No |
Bear spray |
Sporting and Camping | No | No |
Belts, Clothes and Shoes To help TSA officers get a clear look at your bag and reduce the need for additional screening, we suggest you pack your bag in neat layers. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Bicycle Chains |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Bicycle Pumps |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Bicycles |
Sporting and Camping | Check with Airline | Check with Airline |
Billy Clubs |
Miscellaneous | No | Yes |
Binoculars |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Black Jacks (Self-Defense Weapons) |
Miscellaneous | No | Yes |
Blankets |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Blasting Caps |
Flammables | No | No |
Blender Blenders are allowed in carry-on bags if the blade has been removed. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Household and Tools | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Blood Sugar Test Kit Please notify the TSA officer that you have diabetes and are carrying your supplies with you. Insulin pumps and supplies must be accompanied by insulin, and insulin in any form or dispenser must be clearly identified. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Bobby Pins |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Bocce Balls |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Body Armor Generally, body armor is allowed in carry-on or checked bags. Please note however that even if an item is generally allowed, our officers make the final decision on whether an item is allowed through the checkpoint. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Books Books often require additional screening. The TSA officer may ask you to remove them from your carrying case to conduct a physical inspection. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Bottle Opener |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Bottled Water |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Bowling Balls Sports equipment that can be used as a bludgeon (such as bats and clubs) is prohibited in the cabin of the plane and must be transported in your checked bags. |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Bowling Pins Sports equipment that can be used as a bludgeon (such as bats and clubs) is prohibited in the cabin of the plane and must be transported in your checked baggage. |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Bows and Arrows |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Box Cutters Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | No | Yes |
Boxing Gloves |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Brass Instruments |
Miscellaneous | Check with Airline | Yes |
Brass Knuckles |
Miscellaneous | No | Yes |
Bread Machine You may transport this item in carry-on or checked bags. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Bread Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Breast Milk Formula, breast milk and juice are allowed in reasonable quantities in carry-on bags. Remove these items from your carry-on bag to be screened separately from the rest of your belongings. You do not need to travel with your child to bring breast milk. Please see traveling with children for more information. |
Food | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Breast Pump |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Bug Repellent |
Household and Tools | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Butane |
Flammables | No | No |
Butane Curling Irons (cordless) Cordless curling irons containing a gas cartridge and butane fueled curling irons are allowed in carry-on bags only. A safety cover must be securely fitted over the heating element. The device must be protected from accidental activation. Gas refills (spare cartridges) are not allowed in either checked or carry-on bags. |
Household and Tools | Yes (Special Instructions) | No |
Camera Monopod You may transport this item in carry-on or checked bags. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Camp stoves Camp stoves are allowed in carry-on or checked bags only if they are empty of all fuel and cleaned so that no fuel vapors or residue remain. Please wrap cords and layer items in bags so officers can get a clear view of the items. |
Sporting and Camping | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Candy Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Canes Please visit our special procedures page for information on traveling through the checkpoint with a cane. |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Canned Foods There are some items that are not on the prohibited items list, but because of how they appear on the X-ray, security concerns, or impact of the 3-1-1 rules for liquids, gels and aerosols, they could require additional screening that might result in the item not being allowed through the checkpoint. We suggest that you pack this item in your checked bag, ship it to your destination or leave it at home. |
Food | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Canoe/Kayak Paddles |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Cap Guns |
Firearms | No | Yes |
Car Parts Car engine parts and other car parts without fuel or traces of fuel are allowed in carry-on or checked bags. Car engine parts may be placed in checked bags only if the parts are packed in their original box and free of gasoline and oil. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. If you have questions regarding hazardous materials regulations, please see the FAA website. |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Cast Iron Cookware |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Casts |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Cattle Prods |
Household and Tools | No | Yes |
Cell Phones |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Cereal |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Chapsticks |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Cheese (Creamy) TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Cheese (Solid) TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Child Car Seat You may transport this item in carry-on or checked bags. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Chlorine for Pools and Spas |
Flammables | No | No |
Chocolate (liquid) Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible. |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Chocolate (Solid) Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Christmas Lights |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Cigar Cutters While cigar cutters are generally permitted, we recommend that you pack them in your checked baggage. TSA officers have the discretion to prohibit any item through the screening checkpoint if they believe it poses a security threat. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Cigarettes |
Flammables | Yes | Yes |
Cigars |
Flammables | Yes | Yes |
Clock |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
CO2 Cartridge for Life Vest You may bring a life vest with up to two CO2 cartridges inside, plus two spare cartridges in your carry-on or checked bag. Even if an item is generally permitted, it may be subject to additional screening or not allowed through the checkpoint if it triggers an alarm during the screening process, appears to have been tampered with, or poses other security concerns. The final decision rests with TSA on whether to allow any items on the plane. You may not transport CO2 cartridges without the associated lifejacket. |
Sporting and Camping | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes (Special Instructions) |
CO2 Cartridge Except for personal medical oxygen cylinders, you can only carry an EMPTY compressed gas cylinder onboard a plane. To be permitted (in either carry-on or checked baggage), it must be clearly visible to the TSA officer that the cylinder is empty. |
Flammables | No | No |
Coat Hangers |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Coffee (Beans or Ground) TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Coffee (Liquid) |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Coffee Thermos (empty) You may take empty drink containers through the checkpoint and fill them afterward. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Coffee/Espresso Maker Please carefully pack your electronics items and make sure all cords are wrapped. While you can pack expensive, fragile electronics items in checked or carry-on bags, we recommend packing them in your carry-on. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Cologne |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Comic Books Books often require additional screening. The TSA officer may ask you to remove them from your carrying case to conduct a physical inspection. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Compressed Air Guns Including paintball markers, may be carried in checked baggage without compressed air cylinder attached. |
Firearms | No | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Concealer |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Conditioner |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Contact Lens Solution TSA allows larger amounts of medically necessary liquids, gels, and aerosols in reasonable quantities for your trip, but you must declare them to security officers at the checkpoint for inspection. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. |
Medical | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Contact Lenses TSA allows larger amounts of medically necessary liquids, gels, and aerosols in reasonable quantities for your trip, but you must declare them to security officers at the checkpoint for inspection. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Cooked Meat, Seafood and Vegetable (No Liquid) You may transport this item in carry-on or checked bags. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Cookies TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Cooking spray |
Household and Tools | No | No |
Cooler (empty) |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Corkscrews (with blade) Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | No | Yes |
Corkscrews (with no blade) |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Cowboy Spurs |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Crackers TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Crampons Crampons are generally permitted in carry-on bags. However, TSA officers have the discretion to prohibit an item if they feel it may pose a security threat. |
Sporting and Camping | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Cream |
Household and Tools | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Creamy Dips and Spreads TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Cremated Remains We understand how painful losing a loved one is and we treat crematory remains with respect. Some airlines do not allow cremated remains in checked bags, so please check with your airline to learn more about possible restrictions. To facilitate screening, we suggest that you purchase a temporary or permanent crematory container made of a lighter weight material, such as wood or plastic. If the container is made of a material that generates an opaque image, TSA officers will not be able to clearly determine what is inside the container and the container will not be allowed. Out of respect for the deceased, TSA officers will not open a container, even if requested by the passenger. |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Cricket Bats |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Crochet Hooks Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | Yes | Yes |
Crowbars |
Household and Tools | No | Yes |
Crutches |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Curling Iron (with cord) |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Cutting Boards |
Household and Tools | No | Yes |
Cymbals Check with your airline prior to your flight to ensure your instrument meets the aircraft size requirements. Musical instruments must undergo screening when transported as carry-on or in checked bags. Musical instruments transported as carry-on require a physical inspection at the security checkpoint. Inform the TSA officer if your instrument requires special care and handling. Pack brass instruments in your checked bags. |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Darts Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | No | Yes |
Deodorant (aerosol) Toiletry-type aerosols in checked baggage must not exceed 70 oz. (68 fl. oz) total and each container must be 18 oz. (16 fl. oz.) or less. |
Household and Tools | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Deodorant (liquid) |
Household and Tools | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Deodorant (Solid) |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Desktop Computers Please remove the computer from your carry-on bag and place it in a separate bin for X-ray screening. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Detergent (liquid) |
Household and Tools | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Detergent (powder or pellet) Powder-like substances greater than 12 oz. / 350 mL must be placed in a separate bin for X-ray screening. They may require additional screening and containers may need to be opened. For your convenience, we encourage you to place non-essential powders greater than 12 oz. in checked bags. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Digital Cameras For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Disassembled computer/computer parts/external hard drives |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Disinfecting Wipes |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Disposable and Zippo Lighters Disposable and Zippo lighters without fuel are allowed in checked bags. Lighters with fuel are prohibited in checked bags, unless they adhere to the Department of Transportation exemption, which allows up to two fueled lighters if properly enclosed in a DOT approved case. |
Flammables | Yes | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Disposable Razor Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | Yes | Yes |
Divot Tools |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Dried Fruits TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Drills and Drill Bits |
Household and Tools | No | Yes |
Drones Drones are allowed through the checkpoint. Please check with your airline for their policy. |
Miscellaneous | Check with Airline | Check with Airline |
Drum Sticks (instrument drum set) |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Drumsticks Musical instruments must undergo screening when transported as carry-on or in checked bags. Musical instruments transported as carry-on require a physical inspection at the security checkpoint. Inform the TSA officer if your instrument requires special care and handling. Pack brass instruments in your checked bags. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Dry batteries (AA, AAA, C, and D) |
Flammables | Yes | Yes |
Dry Ice The FAA limits you to 5.5 pounds of dry ice that is properly packaged (the package is vented) and marked. Airline approval is required. For more information, visit the FAA website. |
Miscellaneous | Check with Airline | Check with Airline |
Dry Shampoo |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Duct Tape |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
DVD Players For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Dynamite |
Flammables | No | No |
E-liquids |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
E-Z Pass Transponders |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Electric Blankets |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Electric Fans You may transport this item in carry-on or checked baggage. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Household and Tools | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Electric Razors |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Electronic Cigarettes and Vaping Devices The FAA prohibits these devices in checked bags. Battery-powered E-cigarettes, vaporizers, vape pens, atomizers, and electronic nicotine delivery systems may only be carried in the aircraft cabin (in carry-on baggage or on your person). Check with your airline for additional restrictions. Remove all electronic cigarette and vaping devices from carry-on bags if checked at the gate or planeside. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | No |
Electronic Toothbrush |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Emergency Position-Indicating Radiobeacons (EPIRB) |
Miscellaneous | Check with Airline | Check with Airline |
Empty beverage container |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Empty Water Bottle |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Engine-powered Equipment Completely Purged of Fuel No amount of fuel may remain in the engine, including residual vapors. Even if completely purged, some airlines may refuse to allow engine powered equipment in carry-on if it has ever contained fuel. |
Household and Tools | No | Check with Airline |
Engine-powered Equipment with Residual Fuel Engine-powered equipment with residual fuel (e.g., chainsaws, generators, trimmers, etc.) is not allowed in carry-on or checked bags. No amount of fuel may remain in the engine, including residual vapors. Even if completely purged, some airlines may refuse to allow engine powered equipment in bags if it has ever contained fuel. |
Household and Tools | No | No |
English Christmas Crackers |
Flammables | No | No |
EpiPens TSA allows larger amounts of medically necessary liquids, gels, and aerosols in reasonable quantities for your trip, but you must declare them to TSA officers at the checkpoint for inspection. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Extension Cord Please carefully pack your electronics items, making sure all cords are wrapped and any DVDs, CDs, or cassettes are removed from their devices. While you can pack expensive, fragile electronics items in checked or carry-on bags, we recommend packing them in your carry-on. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
External Medical Devices Inform the TSA officer if you have a bone growth stimulator, spinal stimulator, neurostimulator, port, feeding tube, insulin pump, ostomy or other medical device attached to your body and where it is located before the screening process begins. You may provide the officer with the TSA notification card or other medical documentation to describe your condition. Submit the device for X-ray screening if you can safely disconnect. Consult with the manufacturer of the device to determine whether it can pass through the X-ray, metal detector or advanced imaging technology for screening. If you cannot disconnect from the device, it may require additional screening and those in sensitive areas are subject to careful and gentle inspection. |
Medical | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Eye Drops |
Medical | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Eye Liners (liquid) |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Fertilizer |
Miscellaneous | No | No |
Fidget Spinners |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Film We recommend that you put undeveloped film and cameras containing undeveloped film in your carry-on bags or take undeveloped film with you to the checkpoint and ask for a hand inspection. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Fire Extinguishers and Other Compressed Gas Cylinders |
Flammables | No | No |
Firearms Firearms carried in checked bags must be unloaded, packed in a locked hard-sided container, and declared to the airline at check-in. Check with your airline to see if they allow firearms in checked bags. Read the guidelines for traveling with firearms. When traveling, be sure to comply with the laws concerning possession of firearms as they vary by local, state and international government. |
Firearms | No | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Firecracker |
Flammables | No | No |
Fireworks |
Flammables | No | No |
Fishing pole Fishing rods are permitted in carry-on and checked bags; however, passengers should check with the airline to confirm that the fishing rod fits within size limitations for carry-on items. Sharp fishing tackle that may be considered dangerous, such as large fish hooks, should be sheathed, securely wrapped, and packed in your checked bags. Like other high-value objects, you may wish to pack expensive reels or fragile tackle that does not pose a security threat (small flies) in your carry-on bags. |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Flammable Liquid, Gel, or Aerosol Paint |
Flammables | No | No |
Flammable Paints |
Flammables | No | No |
Flare Guns |
Firearms | No | No |
Flares |
Firearms | No | No |
Flashlights |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Flowers Fresh flowers are allowed through the checkpoint without water. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Foam Toy Sword |
Miscellaneous | No | Yes |
Foam Yoga Blocks |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Football Helmets |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Fork |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Foundation |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Freezer packs Frozen liquid items and gel packs are allowed through the checkpoint as long as they are frozen solid when presented for screening. If frozen liquid items are partially melted, slushy, or have any liquid at the bottom of the container, they must meet 3-1-1 liquids requirements. |
Household and Tools | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Fresh Eggs TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags within the continental United States. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible. Passengers flying from Hawaii, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands to the U.S. mainland cannot take most fresh fruits and vegetables due to the risk of spreading invasive plant pests. |
Food | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Fresh Meat and Seafood Meat, seafood and other non-liquid food items are permitted in both carry-on and checked bags. If the food is packed with ice or ice packs in a cooler or other container, the ice or ice packs must be completely frozen when brought through screening. If the ice or ice packs are partially melted and have any liquid at the bottom of the container, they will not be permitted. You also can pack frozen perishables in your carry-on or checked bags in dry ice. The FAA limits you to five pounds of dry ice that is properly packaged (the package is vented) and marked. |
Food | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Frozen Food Meat, seafood, vegetables and other non-liquid food items are permitted in both carry-on and checked bags. If the food is packed with ice or ice packs in a cooler or other container, the ice or ice packs must be completely frozen when brought through screening. If the ice or ice packs are partially melted and have any liquid at the bottom of the container, they will not be permitted. |
Food | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Fuels Any flammable liquid fuel, such as cooking fuel, is prohibited. |
Flammables | No | No |
Full Sized Video Game Consoles Please place the console in a separate bin for X-ray screening. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Gas Torches |
Flammables | No | No |
Gasoline |
Flammables | No | No |
Geiger Counters |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Gel Ice Packs Frozen liquid items are allowed through the checkpoint as long as they are frozen solid when presented for screening. If frozen liquid items are partially melted, slushy, or have any liquid at the bottom of the container, they must meet 3-1-1 liquids requirements. Note that medically necessary gel ice packs in reasonable quantities are allowed regardless of their physical state of matter (e.g., melted or slushy). Please notify the TSA officer at the checkpoint for inspection. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. |
Food | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Gel-Type Candles |
Flammables | No | Yes |
Glass |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Glass Picture Frame |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Glass Vase (empty) |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Glow Sticks Glow sticks must follow the 3-1-1 liquids rule for carry-on bags. Please place them in a single, quart-size bag with other liquids, gels and aerosols. |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Golf Balls |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Golf Clubs |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Golf Tees |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Grater |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Gravy |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Guitar Please check with your airline for their policy. Musical instruments must undergo screening when transported as carry-on or in checked bags. Musical instruments transported as carry-on require a physical inspection at the security checkpoint. Inform the TSA officer if your instrument requires special care and handling. Pack brass instruments in your checked bags. |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Gum |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Gun Lighters |
Firearms | No | No |
Gun Powder Including black powder and percussion caps. |
Firearms | No | No |
Hair Clippers |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Hair Dryers |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Hair Gel |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Hair Straightener (Flat Iron) |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Hair Texturizer |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Hairspray Toiletry-type aerosols in checked baggage must not exceed 70 oz. (68 fl. oz) total and each container must be 18 oz. (16 fl. oz.) or less. |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Hammers |
Household and Tools | No | Yes |
Hand Grenades |
Flammables | No | No |
Hand Sanitizers TSA is allowing one liquid hand sanitizer container up to 12 ounces per passenger in carry-on bags until further notice. Passengers can expect that these containers larger than the standard allowance of 3.4 ounces of liquids permitted through a checkpoint will need to be screened separately, which will add some time to their checkpoint screening experience. Please keep in mind that all other liquids, gels and aerosols brought to a checkpoint continue to be allowed at the limit of 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters carried in a one quart-size bag. Learn more about COVID-19 and additional travel information. |
Household and Tools | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Hand Warmers |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Handcuffs |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Harry Potter wand |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Headphones |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Heated Jackets / Sweaters See the FAA regulations on batteries. |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Heating Pad (Gel) |
Household and Tools | No | Yes |
Heating Pads (Electric) |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Helmets |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Hiking Poles |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Hockey Sticks |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Holiday lights |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Holsters Read the guidelines for traveling with firearms. |
Firearms | Yes | Yes |
Honey |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Hookahs |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Hot Plate |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Hoverboards Hoverboards are allowed through the checkpoint. Please check with your airline for their policy. |
Miscellaneous | Check with Airline | Check with Airline |
Hummus |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Ice Axes/Ice Picks Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | No | Yes |
Ice cream TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Ice Frozen liquid items are allowed through the checkpoint as long as they are frozen solid when presented for screening. If frozen liquid items are partially melted, slushy, or have any liquid at the bottom of the container, they must meet 3-1-1 liquids requirements. |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Inhalers TSA allows larger amounts of medically necessary liquids, gels, and aerosols in reasonable quantities for your trip, but you must declare them to TSA officers at the checkpoint for inspection. We recommend, but do not require, that your medications be labeled to facilitate the security process. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. |
Medical | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Instant Hot/Cold Packs |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Insulin Pumps Please notify the TSA officer that you have diabetes and are carrying your supplies with you. Insulin pumps and supplies must be accompanied by insulin, and insulin in any form or dispenser must be clearly identified. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. |
Medical | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Insulin Supplies Please notify the TSA officer that you have diabetes and are carrying your supplies with you. Insulin pumps and supplies must be accompanied by insulin, and insulin in any form or dispenser must be clearly identified. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. |
Medical | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Insulin Please notify the TSA officer that you have diabetes and are carrying your supplies with you. Insulin pumps and supplies must be accompanied by insulin, and insulin in any form or dispenser must be clearly identified. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. |
Medical | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
iPod |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Jam and Jelly TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Jewelry If you are travelling with valuable items such as jewelry, please keep those items with you at all times (do not put them in checked baggage). You can ask the TSA officer to screen you and your valuables in private to maintain your security. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Juice for Babies Formula, breast milk and juice for babies are allowed in reasonable quantities in carry-on bags. Remove these items from your carry-on bag to be screened separately from the rest of your belongings. Please see traveling with children for more information. |
Food | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Juices |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Kirpans Cutting or thrusting weapons, including fencing foils. Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | No | Yes |
Knitting Needles Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | Yes | Yes |
Knives Except for plastic or round bladed butter knives. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | No | Yes |
Kubatons |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Lacrosse Sticks |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Laptops Please remove the laptops from your bag and place it in a separate bin for X-ray screening. TSA Pre✓® travelers do not need to remove shoes, laptops, 3-1-1 liquids, belts or light jackets. Please see TSA Pre✓® for more information. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Laser Hair Remover |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Laser Pointers |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
LED lights |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
License plate |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Life Vest You may bring a life vest with up to two CO2 cartridges inside, plus two spare cartridges in your carry-on or checked bag. You may not transport CO2 cartridges without the associated lifejacket. |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Light Bulbs |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Light Saber Sadly, the technology doesn’t currently exist to create a real lightsaber. However, you can pack a toy lightsaber in your carry-on or checked bag. May the force be with you. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Lighter Fluid |
Flammables | No | No |
Lipsticks |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Liquid Bleach |
Flammables | No | No |
Liquid Medications TSA allows larger amounts of medically necessary liquids, gels, and aerosols in reasonable quantities for your trip, but you must declare them to security officers at the checkpoint for inspection. |
Medical | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Liquid Vitamins Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. |
Medical | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Lithium batteries with 100 watt hours or less in a device Lithium batteries with 100 watt hours or less may be carried in a device in either carry-on or checked bags. Loose lithium batteries are prohibited in checked bags. For more information, see the FAA regulations on batteries. |
Flammables | Yes | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Lithium batteries with more than 100 watt hours Lithium batteries with more than 100 watt hours may be allowed in carry-on bags with airline approval. One spare battery, not exceeding 300 watt hours, or two spare batteries, not exceeding 160 watt hours each, are permitted in carry-on bags. For more information, see the FAA regulations on batteries. |
Flammables | Yes (Special Instructions) | No |
Lithium Battery Powered Lighters |
Flammables | Yes | No |
Live Coral Live corals in water and a clear transparent container are allowed after inspection by the TSA officer. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | No |
Live Fish Live fish in water and a clear transparent container are allowed after inspection by the TSA officer. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | No |
Live Lobster A live lobster is allowed through security and must be transported in a clear, plastic, spill proof container. A TSA officer will visually inspect your lobster at the checkpoint. We recommend that you contact your airline to determine your airline’s policy on traveling with your lobster before arriving at the airport. |
Food | Check with Airline | Yes |
Lock Picks Tools that are 7 inches or less in length are allowed in carry-on bags. Please check with local law enforcement regarding traveling with this item. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | Yes | Yes |
Longboards |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Lotion |
Household and Tools | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Luggage Protection Covers if your bag requires additional screening, our officers will need to open the covers. Our officers will make every attempt to repack items the way they were when presented for screening. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Magic 8 Ball For Carry-on bags: We asked the Magic 8 Ball and it told us…Outlook not so good! For Checked bags: We asked the Magic 8 Ball and it told us…It is certain! |
Household and Tools | No | Yes |
Magnets |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Makeup Remover |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Makeup Wipes |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Mallets |
Household and Tools | No | Yes |
Maple Syrup TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Martial Arts Weapons |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Mascara |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Massagers |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Meat Cleavers Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | No | Yes |
Medical Devices Medical Devices Containing Radioactive Material, implanted, ingested, injected, or fitted externally as a result of a medical treatment |
Medical | Yes | No |
Medical Marijuana Marijuana and certain cannabis infused products, including some Cannabidiol (CBD) oil, remain illegal under federal law except for products that contain no more than 0.3 percent THC on a dry weight basis or that are approved by FDA. (See the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, Pub. L. 115-334.) TSA officers are required to report any suspected violations of law to local, state or federal authorities. TSA’s screening procedures are focused on security and are designed to detect potential threats to aviation and passengers. Accordingly, TSA security officers do not search for marijuana or other illegal drugs, but if any illegal substance is discovered during security screening, TSA will refer the matter to a law enforcement officer. |
Medical | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Medical Masks You are required to wear a face mask throughout your travel experience. You will be asked to adjust your mask for ID verification or if it alarms the security screening equipment. If you don’t have a face mask a TSA officer will offer one to you, if supplies allow. |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Medically Necessary Personal Oxygen You may bring personal medical oxygen cylinders through the screening checkpoint and into the gate area. However, personal medical oxygen cylinders are not permitted in the aircraft cabin as they are considered hazardous materials by the Federal Aviation Administration. Please contact your airline for instructions on arranging oxygen service. Airlines are not required to provide oxygen service and many do not. |
Medical | Yes (Special Instructions) | No |
Medications (Liquid) TSA allows larger amounts of medically necessary liquids, gels, and aerosols in reasonable quantities for your trip, but you must declare them to TSA officers at the checkpoint for inspection. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. |
Medical | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Medications (Pills) Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Metal Detector Because of the size limitations of overhead bins and space under seats, this item should be transported in checked bags. Due to airline polices on weight and size of checked bags, you should check with your airline for any potential guidelines for certain checked items. |
Miscellaneous | Check with Airline | Check with Airline |
Microwave Microwave is allowed through the checkpoint. Please check with your airline for their policy. |
Household and Tools | Check with Airline | Yes |
Mirrors |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Mixer Mixer is allowed in carry-on bags. Please check with your airline for any size or weight restrictions. |
Household and Tools | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
MREs Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible. Please note some airlines do not allow MREs in carry-on bags due to the self-heating element. We recommend that you reach out to your airline to determine their policy. |
Household and Tools | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Multi-tool without Blades |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Multi-tools In general, you are prohibited from traveling with sharp objects in your carry-on bags. Multi-tools (multipurpose tools) with knives of any length are prohibited. Please pack these items in your checked bags. Multi-tools (multipurpose tools) with scissors less than 4 inches may be placed in carry-on bags. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Nail Clippers Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | Yes | Yes |
Nail File (metal) Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Nail Guns |
Household and Tools | No | Yes |
Nail Polish |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Nail Polish Remover |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Navigation GPS |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Nebulizers, CPAPs, BiPAPs, and APAPs Nebulizers, CPAPs, BiPAPs and APAPs are allowed in carry-on bags but must be removed from the carrying case and undergo X-ray screening. Facemasks and tubing may remain in the case. You may provide a clear plastic bag to place the device in for X-ray screening. A TSA officer may need to remove the device from the bag to test it for traces of explosives. Liquids associated with nebulizers are exempt from the 3-1-1 liquids rule. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. |
Medical | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Night Sticks |
Miscellaneous | No | Yes |
Night Vision Goggles |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Nitroglycerine Pills Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Non-Spillable Wet Batteries No more than two spare non-spillable wet batteries are allowed as long as each battery does not exceed 12 volts and 100 watt hours. |
Flammables | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Nunchucks |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Nuts TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Oils and Vinegars TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Paintings |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Parachutes You may transport parachutes, either with or without Automatic Activation Devices, in carry-on or checked bags. Parachutes should always be packed separately from other baggage. If a TSA officer determines that a bag must be opened to inspect the parachute, you must be present to assist in the inspection. If you are not within the screening area, you will be paged using the airport intercom system; if you are not present to assist with screening the parachute, the parachute will not be allowed on the plane. For this reason, passengers with parachutes are encouraged to add 30 minutes to the airlines’ recommended arrival window. TSA is not responsible for repacking parachutes. All parachutes should be thoroughly inspected at their end destination to make sure that the equipment is still safe to use. |
Sporting and Camping | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Parts of Guns and Firearms Firearm parts, including magazines, clips, bolts and firing pins, are prohibited in carry-on, but may be transported in checked bags. Check with your airline to see if they allow firearms in checked bags. Read the guidelines for traveling with firearms. When traveling, be sure to comply with the laws concerning possession of firearms as they vary by local, state and international government. |
Firearms | No | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Party Poppers |
Flammables | No | No |
Peanut Butter TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Pellet Guns Check with your airline to see if they allow firearms in checked bags. Read the guidelines for traveling with firearms. When traveling, be sure to comply with the laws concerning possession of firearms as they vary by local, state and international government. |
Firearms | No | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Pen |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Pencil Sharpeners |
Sharp Objects | Yes | Yes |
Pepper Spray One 4 fl. oz. (118 ml) container of mace or pepper spray is permitted in checked baggage provided it is equipped with a safety mechanism to prevent accidental discharge. Self-defense sprays containing more than 2 percent by mass of tear gas (CS or CN) are prohibited in checked baggage. For more information, visit faa.gov. We recommend checking with your airline as some may not allow this item in checked bags. |
Flammables | No | Yes |
Perfume |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Pet food (solid) Dry or “moist” pet food is considered solid food. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Pet food (wet) Wet food must follow the 3-1-1 liquids rule for carry-on bags. There is no medical exemption for prescription pet food, even for service animals. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Phone Chargers Portable chargers or power banks containing a lithium ion battery must be packed in carry-on bags. For more information, see the FAA guidance on portable rechargers. |
Flammables | Yes | Yes |
Pies and Cakes TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Pill Cutter |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Pillows |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Pizza TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Planting seeds |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Plants Check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Play-doh |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Pocket Knife In general, you are prohibited from traveling with sharp objects in your carry-on baggage; please pack these items in your checked baggage. |
Sharp Objects | No | Yes |
Pool Cues |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Portable Oxygen Concentrators Per the Federal Aviation Administration, certain portable oxygen concentrators are permitted onboard the aircraft, including Inogen One, Sequal Eclipse, Airsep Lifestyle. See a list of Portable Oxygen Concentrators that meet FAA specifications for inflight use. |
Medical | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Pots and Pans Pots and pans are generally allowed in both carry-on and checked bags. However, cast iron skillets are prohibited in carry-on bags and must be placed in checked baggage. |
Household and Tools | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Powder Makeup Powder-like substances greater than 12 oz. / 350 mL must be placed in a separate bin for X-ray screening. They may require additional screening and containers may need to be opened. For your convenience, we encourage you to place non-essential powders greater than 12 oz. in checked bags. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Power Banks Portable chargers or power banks containing a lithium ion battery must be packed in carry-on bags. For more information, see the FAA guidance on portable rechargers. |
Flammables | Yes | No |
Power Charger Portable chargers or power banks containing a lithium ion battery must be packed in carry-on bags. For more information, see the FAA guidance on portable rechargers. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | No |
Power Inverters |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Printer Ink |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Printer Please remove the printer from your bag and place it in a separate bin for X-ray screening |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Projectors Please place the console in a separate bin for X-ray screening. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Propane |
Flammables | No | No |
Prosthetics |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Protein or Energy Powders Powder-like substances greater than 12 oz. / 350 mL must be placed in a separate bin for X-ray screening. They may require additional screening and containers may need to be opened. For your convenience, we encourage you to place non-essential powders greater than 12 oz. in checked bags. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Putty Balls |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Radio You may transport this item in carry-on or checked bags. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Rainbow Flame Crystals Many flame crystals contain HAZMAT. Passengers may bring flame crystals but only in checked baggage luggage. Even if an item is generally permitted, it may be subject to additional screening or not allowed through checked baggage if it triggers an alarm during the screening process, appears to have been tampered with, or poses other security concerns. The final decision rests with the TSA officer on whether to allow any item on the plane. Passengers should check the product label for indications of flammable contents or other hazards. |
Flammables | No | Yes |
Razor-Type Blades Box cutters, razor blades not in a cartridge are prohibited in carry-on. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | No | Yes |
Realistic Replicas of Explosives |
Flammables | No | No |
Realistic Replicas of Firearms |
Firearms | No | Yes |
Realistic Replicas of Incendiaries |
Flammables | No | No |
Recreational Oxygen Non-medically required, flavored or canned oxygen containers are prohibited. |
Flammables | No | No |
Remote Controlled Cars Please carefully pack your electronics items and make sure all cords are wrapped. While you can pack expensive, fragile electronics items in checked or carry-on bags, we recommend packing them in your carry-on. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Rifle Scope (Scope Only) Firearms carried as checked baggage MUST be unloaded, packed in a locked hard-sided container, and declared to the airline at check-in. Read the guidelines. Check with your airline or travel agent to see if firearms are permitted in checked baggage on the airline you are flying. Ask about limitations or fees, if any, that apply. |
Firearms | Yes | Yes |
Rifles Firearms carried in checked bags must be unloaded, packed in a locked hard-sided container, and declared to the airline at check-in. Check with your airline to see if they allow firearms in checked bags. Read the guidelines for traveling with firearms. When traveling, be sure to comply with the laws concerning possession of firearms as they vary by local, state and international government. |
Firearms | No | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Rocket Launcher |
Firearms | No | No |
Rocks |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Rope |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Sabers Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | No | Yes |
Safety Matches One book of safety (non-strike anywhere) matches are permitted as carry-on items, but all matches are prohibited in checked baggage. |
Flammables | Yes | No |
Safety pin |
Sharp Objects | Yes | Yes |
Safety Razor With Blades (allowed without blade) Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | No | Yes |
Salad Dressing TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Salsa and Sauces TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Salt |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Samsung Galaxy Note 7 The U.S. Department of Transportation, with the Federal Aviation Administration and the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, have issued an emergency order to ban all Samsung Galaxy Note7 smartphone devices from air transportation in the United States. Individuals who own or possess a Samsung Galaxy Note7 device may not transport the device on their person, in carry-on baggage, or in checked baggage on flights to, from, or within the United States. For more information, read the announcement. |
Household and Tools | No | No |
Sand |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Sandwiches TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Saws Including cordless portable power saws. Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | No | Yes |
Scissors If packed in carry-on, they must be less than 4 inches from the pivot point. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Screwdriver (longer than 7 inches) Tools longer than 7 inches (measured from end to end when assembled) are prohibited in carry-on baggage; these items must be packed in your checked baggage. |
Household and Tools | No | Yes |
Screwdrivers (shorter than 7 inches) Tools 7 inches or shorter (measured from end to end when assembled) are allowed in carry-on baggage. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Sea Shells |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Segways Segways are allowed through the checkpoint. Please check with your airline for their policy. |
Miscellaneous | Check with Airline | Check with Airline |
Self-Defense Sprays One 4 fl. oz. (118 ml) container of mace or pepper spray is permitted in checked baggage provided it is equipped with a safety mechanism to prevent accidental discharge. Self-defense sprays containing more than 2 percent by mass of tear gas (CS or CN) are prohibited in checked baggage. For more information, visit faa.gov. We recommend checking with your airline as some may not allow this item in checked bags. |
Flammables | No | Yes |
Selfie Stick |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Sewing Machine For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Sewing Needles In general, you may place your knitting needles and needlepoint tools in carry-on or checked baggage. Circular thread cutters or any other cutter or needlepoint tools that contain blades must be placed in checked baggage. You are permitted to keep scissors smaller than 4 inches in your carry-on baggage. |
Sharp Objects | Yes | Yes |
Shampoo |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Shaving Cream |
Household and Tools | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Shell Casings Empty shell casings are allowed in carry-on bag as long as the projectile is no longer intact. They are allowed only if the primer has been removed or has been discharged. If the projectile is attached & the powder has been drilled out, it is considered a replica and not allowed in carry-on. |
Firearms | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Shock collars |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Shoe Horn |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Shoe Inserts |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Shoe Tree |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Shoe/Snow Spikes Sports equipment that can be used as a bludgeon (such as bats and clubs) is prohibited in the cabin of the plane and must be transported in your checked baggage. |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Skateboards Skateboards are allowed in carry-on bags. Please check with your airline for any size or weight restrictions. |
Sporting and Camping | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Skates Including ice skates and rollerblades. |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Ski Poles |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Sleeping Bag |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Slingshots |
Miscellaneous | No | Yes |
Small Compressed Gas Cartridges Except for personal medical oxygen cylinders, you can only carry an EMPTY compressed gas cylinder onboard a plane. To be permitted (in either carry-on or checked baggage), it must be clearly visible to the TSA officer that the cylinder is empty. Personal oxygen is permitted if the regulatory valve has not been tampered with or removed. Unless being used for personal medical oxygen, the gas cylinder regulator valve must be completely disconnected from the cylinder (in other words, the cylinder has an open end that allows the TSA officer to visually inspect the cylinder). TSA officers will NOT remove the seal or regulator valve from the cylinder. If the gas cylinder is sealed (i.e., the regulator valve is still attached) and not required for personal medical oxygen, the gas cylinder is prohibited, regardless of the reading on the pressure gauge indicator. |
Sporting and Camping | No | No |
Small Fishing Lures Sharp fishing tackle that may be considered dangerous, such as large fish hooks, should be sheathed, securely wrapped, and packed in your checked luggage. Like other high-value objects, you may wish to pack expensive reels or fragile tackle that does not pose a security threat (small flies) in your carry-on baggage. |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Small Pets Small pets are allowed through the checkpoint. Please check with your airline for their policy. Please remove your pet from the carrying case and place the case through the X-ray machine. You should maintain control of your pet with a leash and remember to remove the leash when carrying your pet through the metal detector. Animal carriers will undergo a visual and/or physical inspection. |
Miscellaneous | Check with Airline | Check with Airline |
Small Toy Cars |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Smart Luggage |
Flammables | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Snack Bar |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Snacks Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked baggage. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Snow Cleats Sports equipment that can be used as a bludgeon (such as bats and clubs) is prohibited in the cabin of the plane and must be transported in your checked baggage. |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Snow Globes Snow globes that appear to contain less than 3.4 ounces of liquid (approximately tennis ball size) can be packed in your carry-on bag ONLY if the entire snow globe, including the base, is able to fit into your one quart-sized, resealable plastic bag. Each passenger can only bring one quart-sized bag with 3.4 oz or smaller containers. Larger snow globes must be packed in checked baggage. |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Snowboards Please check with your airline for any size or weight restrictions. |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Snowshoes |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Soap (Bar) |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Soap (Liquid) |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Soda TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Solar Panels For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Miscellaneous | Check with Airline | Check with Airline |
Solid Candles |
Flammables | Yes | Yes |
Solid Foods Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked baggage. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Solid Makeup Powder-like substances greater than 12 oz. / 350 mL must be placed in a separate bin for X-ray screening. They may require additional screening and containers may need to be opened. For your convenience, we encourage you to place non-essential powders greater than 12 oz. in checked bags. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Soups TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Sparklers |
Flammables | No | No |
Speakers For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Spear Guns |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Spices (dry) Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Spillable Batteries Except those in wheelchairs. |
Household and Tools | No | No |
Sports Cleats Sports equipment that can be used as a bludgeon (such as bats and clubs) is prohibited in the cabin of the plane and must be transported in your checked baggage. |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Spray Paint |
Flammables | No | No |
Spray Starch |
Household and Tools | No | No |
Staplers |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Starter Pistols Starter pistols carried in checked bags must be unloaded, packed in a locked hard-sided container, and declared to the airline at check-in. Check with your airline to see if they allow firearms in checked bags. Read the guidelines for traveling with firearms. When traveling, be sure to comply with the laws concerning possession of firearms as they vary by local, state and international government. |
Firearms | No | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Steel Toe Boots To help officers get a clear look at your bag and reduce the need for additional screening, we suggest you pack your bag in neat layers. TSA Pre✓® travelers do not need to remove shoes, laptops, 3-1-1 liquids, belts or light jackets. Please see TSA Pre✓® for more information. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Stick Pins |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Strike-anywhere Matches |
Flammables | No | No |
Stuffed Animals For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Stun Guns/Shocking Devices Tasers, Stun Guns, and Electro-Shock Weapons (Conducted Electrical Weapons) must be transported in a manner that renders the device inoperable from accidental discharge. Some of these devices are manufactured with lithium batteries. For more information, see the FAA regulations on batteries. |
Miscellaneous | No | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Sunscreen |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Supplements |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Support Braces (Knee, Ankle, Wrist, Back) |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Surge Protector |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Swiss Army Knife Except for plastic or round bladed butter knives. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | No | Yes |
Swords Cutting or thrusting weapons, including fencing foils. Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | No | Yes |
Tablets |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Tactical Pen |
Miscellaneous | No | Yes |
Tampons |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Tape Measures |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Tattoo Guns |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Tattoo Inks |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Tea (dry tea bags or loose tea leaves) Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes | Yes |
Tea Kettle For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Tear Gas Self-defense sprays containing more than 2% by mass of Tear Gas are prohibited in both carry-on and checked baggage. |
Flammables | No | No |
Television Please carefully pack your electronics items and make sure all cords are wrapped. While you can pack expensive, fragile electronics items in checked or carry-on bags, we recommend packing them in your carry-on. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Tennis Rackets |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
TENS unit TENS (Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) units are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags. If your doctor has told you that your specific TENS unit shouldn’t go through an X-ray, you should notify the TSA officer so they can conduct alternate screening. To help you get through security more efficiently, remove your TENS unit from your carry-on bag and put it in the screening bin so the TSA officer can get a clear view of it. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Tent Spikes and Poles Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Tent You may transport this item in carry-on or checked bags. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. Tent stakes and poles must be packed in checked bags. |
Sporting and Camping | Check with Airline | Check with Airline |
Thermometer |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Throwing Stars Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | No | Yes |
Tobacco |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Tobacco Pipes |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Tools Power tools and all tools longer than 7 inches (measured from end to end when assembled) are prohibited in carry-on baggage; these items must be packed in your checked bags. Tools 7 inches or shorter (measured from end to end when assembled) are allowed in carry-on baggage. |
Household and Tools | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Toothbrush |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Toothpaste |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Torch Lighters Torch lighters create a thin, needle-like flame that is hotter (reaching 2,500 F) and more intense than those from common lighters. Torch lighters are often used for pipes and cigars, and maintain a consistent stream of air-propelled fire regardless of the angle at which it is held. |
Flammables | No | No |
Tortilla Press |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Toy Guns and Weapons While these types of toys are generally permitted, we recommend that you pack them in your checked baggage. Squirt guns, Nerf guns, toy swords, or other items that resemble realistic firearms or weapons are prohibited. We recommend emptying water guns, which must follow the 3-1-1 Liquids Rule. Replicas of explosives, such as hand grenades, are prohibited in checked and carry-on baggage. TSA officers have the discretion to prohibit any item through the screening checkpoint if they believe it poses a security threat. |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Toy Robots For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Toys (Adult) |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Tripods |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Trophy |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Turpentine and Paint Thinner |
Household and Tools | No | No |
Tweezers Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. |
Sharp Objects | Yes | Yes |
Umbrellas Umbrellas are allowed in carry-on bags. Please check with your airline for any size or weight restrictions. |
Sporting and Camping | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Unused Syringes Unused syringes are allowed when accompanied by injectable medication. You must declare these items to security officers at the checkpoint for inspection. We recommend, but do not require, that your medications be labeled to facilitate the security process. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. |
Medical | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Used Syringes Used syringes are allowed when transported in Sharps disposal container or other similar hard-surface container. Learn more about transporting medication on your next flight. |
Medical | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Utensils Knives, except for plastic or round-bladed butter knives, are not allowed in carry-on bags. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Vacuum Robots |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Vacuum Sealed Bags Vacuum sealed clothes bags are allowed but not encouraged. If they alarm, we may need to open them for inspection. |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Vacuum-sealed bags Vacuum-sealed clothes bags are allowed but not encouraged. If they alarm, the TSA officer may need to open them for inspection. |
Household and Tools | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Vehicle Airbags |
Flammables | No | No |
Violins Musical instruments must undergo screening when transported as carry-on or in checked baggage. Musical instruments transported as carry-on require a physical inspection at the security checkpoint. Inform the TSA officer if your instrument requires special care and handling. Pack brass instruments in your checked baggage. Check with your airline prior to your flight to ensure your instrument meets the aircraft size requirements. |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Vitamins |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Waffle Iron You may transport this item in carry-on or checked baggage. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Household and Tools | Yes | Yes |
Walkers |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Walking Sticks |
Sporting and Camping | No | Yes |
Wallet Chains |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Water for Babies Water for babies is allowed in reasonable quantities in carry-on bags. Remove this item from your carry-on bag to be screened separately from the rest of your belongings. Please see traveling with children for more information. |
Food | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Wedding Dress You can bring a wedding dress through the security checkpoint for screening, but we strongly recommend that it is packed safely in a garment-style bag or other packaging to protect it during the screening process. We also recommend that you contact your airline to determine their policy for bringing and stowing the dress on the airplane, as well as how it fits into their carry-on bag limitations. If for some reason your dress cannot fit through the checkpoint x-ray machine for screening, alternate screening procedures will be taken to clear the dress and your garment bag will need to be opened. |
Household and Tools | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Wet Wipes |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Wheelchairs |
Medical | Yes | Yes |
Wine bottle Alcoholic beverages with more than 24% but not more than 70% alcohol are limited in checked bags to 5 liters (1.3 gallons) per passenger and must be in unopened retail packaging. Alcoholic beverages with 24% alcohol or less are not subject to limitations in checked bags. Mini bottles of alcohol in carry-on must be able to comfortably fit into a single quart-sized bag. For more information, see FAA regulation: 49 CFR 175.10(a)(4). |
Miscellaneous | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |
Wrenches/Pliers Tools longer than 7 inches (measured from end to end when assembled) are prohibited in carry-on baggage; these items must be packed in your checked bags. |
Household and Tools | Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes |
Xbox Please carefully pack your electronics items and make sure all cords are wrapped. While you can pack expensive, fragile electronics items in checked or carry-on bags, we recommend packing them in your carry-on. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. |
Miscellaneous | Yes | Yes |
Yoga Mat |
Sporting and Camping | Yes | Yes |
Yogurt TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine. Travelers are encouraged to organize their carry-on bags and keep them uncluttered to ease the screening process and keep the lines moving. |
Food | Yes (Less than 3.4oz/100 ml allowed) | Yes |