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Andie
December 18, 2022
Can I carry a wooden jewelry box in my check-in bag on US domestic airlines? It is as big as any shoe box is (13 inches x 9 inches x 5 inches)
Chris Hassan
December 19, 2022
Hi Andie,
Yes, as long as the box doesn’t exceed the measurements for your airline’s carry-on limit.
Andie
December 19, 2022
Thank you so much for your response, Chris!
Carry-on’s limit as in? The weight?
I’ll be taking it in my check-in bag though.
Chris Hassan
December 19, 2022
Airlines are more concerned about dimensions when it comes to carry-ons, not so much weight.
Jeshua mazzilli
February 19, 2023
Am I allowed to bring a baseball glove and a glove mallet to break in the glove in my carry-on?
Chris Hassan
February 20, 2023
The baseball glove is fine, but TSA may ask you to check the mallet.
Hannah
February 20, 2023
Can I bring a weighted stuffed animal on board the plane? The dimensions are 7 x 5 x 12 inches and 2.64 pounds. I’m flying united airlines, basic economy. I’m taking a carry-on bag and this stuffed animal if it’s allowed.
Chris Hassan
February 20, 2023
Hi Hannah,
You shouldn’t have any issues with TSA, just make sure your United ticket allows a carry-on.
Karissa
March 16, 2023
I just read my message over and the passport question made no sense my bad, I changed my question so what I am gonna ask is do I still need a passport to fly from Boston airport to Florida? As a minor flying from Boston airport to Florida with friends’ parents can the adults use their IDs to get in me and my friends in on the plane instead of getting a passport? or do I have to get a passport? If I do end up going Just a heads up I’m leaving in 2-3 weeks. Thanks.
Chris Hassan
March 16, 2023
Hi Karissa,
You do not need a passport for a domestic flight. Minors under the age of 18 don’t need an ID to pass through security, just a boarding pass if they are accompanied by an adult.
You can learn more about the rules here: /travel/id-and-documents-needed-for-children-to-fly/
Anthony Evans
March 19, 2023
Do airlines allow an electrical meter on the plane (carry on)?
Chris Hassan
March 19, 2023
Hi Anthony,
Yes, an electrical meter (multimeter) is allowed through TSA.
Matt
March 23, 2023
I might have a flat tire when I get back to my car so I bought a portable tire inflator at Walmart to bring home with me. Does anyone know if this will be allowed on the plane?
Christine Krzyszton
March 24, 2023
Hi Matt. As long as the packaging meets the carry-on dimensions and doesn’t put you over the number of items you’re allowed to bring onboard, you should be able to bring it. To expedite screening, it should be taken out of your carry-on.
Susan Loveland
March 24, 2023
I am taking my daughter silver candlesticks that belonged to her great grandmother. I don’t want to check them. Will I be able to carry them in my carry on bag?
Chris Hassan
March 24, 2023
Hi Susan,
As long as they don’t exceed the size limit of the airline you are flying, they should be fine.
Dave
April 06, 2023
Can I carry rubber tie-down straps with metal hooks in my carry-on?
Chris Hassan
April 06, 2023
Yes, you can.
Debbie J Cameron
April 10, 2023
Can I carry on my electric hair rollers WITH the metal clips used to hold the rollers in place? The metal clips have rubber tips and are shaped like a small hook that clips onto the roller?
Chris Hassan
April 10, 2023
Hi Debbie,
Based on the current TSA list, you should be able to bring them in your carry-on.
Debbie J Cameron
April 11, 2023
Thank you for such a quick response ~ my flight is tomorrow!!!!
Martha Corrales
April 15, 2023
Can I bring brand new in packages deadbolt locks in carry on bag?
Christine Krzyszton
April 16, 2023
Yes, Martha, you should be able to with no problem.
Kim McClain
April 16, 2023
Can you carry a Brinks boron steel padlock in your carry-on luggage?
Chris Hassan
April 17, 2023
Hi Kim,
Yes, a padlock is allowed.
Megan
April 19, 2023
Can you bring door locks and door alarms through in a carry-on?
Chris Hassan
April 19, 2023
Yes, those are currently allowed.
Kak
April 19, 2023
Hello, Can one bring a new water pump for a car?
Chris Hassan
April 19, 2023
Yes, as long as it does not exceed the carry-on limits set by your airline and does not contain any traces of fuel.
Fanie
May 24, 2023
Can I bring new empty bullet cartridges and bullet points to South Africa from Texas in my check-in luggage. Flying with United Airlines.
Keri Stooksbury
May 25, 2023
Hi Fanie. I consulted our guide “Safe and Legal: The Complete Guide To Flying With a Gun” – specifically the ‘Traveling Internationally With a Gun” section. It sounds like reaching out to United directly and researching South Africa’s import restrictions might be your best course of action. Thanks for reading!
Doug Townsend
May 04, 2023
I’d like to bring a collapsible putter and golf balls packaged in a 6″ x 12″ vinyl travel case with me in my carry on luggage to Hawaii. Is this allowed? Or, must I check a bag?
Chris Hassan
May 05, 2023
Hey Doug,
According to the TSA website, no golf clubs of any kind can be brought on in a carry-on. So it looks like a checked bag is your best option.
Dammy
May 11, 2023
Can I carry my makeup chair in my carry on or checked in
Jarrod West
May 12, 2023
Hi Dammy,
Yes, you should be fine to bring that.
Jessica
May 24, 2023
Is my purse considered a separate bag from the carry-on or will it need to go inside my backpack carry-on bag?
Keri Stooksbury
May 25, 2023
Hi Jessica – For the purposes of a TSA screening, I don’t think it matters if your purse and backpack are combined or seperate. What will most make a difference are your liquids and electronics, and needing to remove those (if you don’t have TSA PreCheck). Your bags may make a difference, however, with the carrier you are flying and whatever their carry-on policy is.
Samantha
June 07, 2023
I have a normal WaterPik, with a chord and a detachable container for the water. Is it allowed in checked luggage as long as it’s empty?
Keri Stooksbury
June 07, 2023
Hi Samantha – I don’t think that would be a problem to check. Thanks for reading!
Agnes
June 17, 2023
Can I bring a rechargeable vibrator 8.5 inches length in carry on bag?
Chris Hassan
June 19, 2023
Yes, according to TSA, adult toys are allowed in carry-on bags.
Cynthia
June 23, 2023
Do I need to take all the normal batteries (not lithium) out of items going into checked bag?
Keri Stooksbury
July 04, 2023
Hi Cynthia, You should not need to remove your batteries, but you might want to tape the item in the “off” position.
Christina Leger
June 23, 2023
How can I get through security with padded pants without being patted down? I have some pants with gel like pads that are worn to give a better shape in clothes. Can I tell them I have on pants with pads so they let me through without delay?
Keri Stooksbury
July 04, 2023
Hi Christina – The search would be at the discretion of the TSA officer. Thanks for reading!
June
June 30, 2023
Can you bring pain relieving gel in a tube on the plane?
Chris Hassan
June 30, 2023
Yes, as long as it is in a tube less than or equal to 3.4oz/100 ml.
Judith
July 03, 2023
Hi! Can I carry bowl sets and coffee mug sets in carry on bag. Can I clear TSA without any issues?
Chris Hassan
July 03, 2023
Yes, as long as the size does not exceed your airline’s limits.
Anna
July 03, 2023
Hi , I am traveling to Hungary Budapest from Miami visiting my family.
Can I have family photos with me on in my carry on luggage and a photo book ?
Is there a limit how many pictures and what sizes I can put in my carry on luggage if it’s a yes?
Or they have to go in my checked luggage?
Thank you very much!
Keri Stooksbury
July 03, 2023
Hi Anna – Photos should not be an issue so long as your carry-on meets the airline’s size restrictions. Thanks for reading!
Joy kunath
July 04, 2023
My step dad and mom are turning 90 and 80. Can I bring my ooni karu 16 portable backyard pizza oven?
Keri Stooksbury
July 05, 2023
Hi Joy – I think your challenge would be size/weight restrictions set in place by your airline for carry-on luggage. You can ask TSA directly at Twitter: @AskTSA. Thanks for reading!
Angie
July 08, 2023
hey first time flyer! I’m bringing a carry on! Can I have a purse too and a pillow with items inside of it. My family members said they put some clothes in their pillow cases and carried it on to the plane no problem, but I don’t want to be stopped for any reason. And if I’m bringing a carry on, it’s in total 70oz of liquid I can bring or total of the bag?? Is there a weight limit? Can I bring a canned drink?
Chris Hassan
July 08, 2023
Hi Angie,
Many of your questions will depend on your airlines carry-on policy. For TSA security, you are limited to travel-sized containers that are 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less per item. A canned drink would likely surpass that limit.
Robert
July 14, 2023
Can I bring portable air purifier in my carryon bag on the plane.
I will only use is at the hotel.
Jarrod West
July 14, 2023
Hi Robert,
Yes, you should be able to.
Georgia
July 15, 2023
I am taking a domestic flight to Oregon for a wedding and would like to bring the bride some Champagne (2 bottles in original packaging; unopened) her grandfather purchased prior to his passing. Am I allowed to bring this as a carryon or would it need to be checked with my luggage? Thank you.
Katie Seemann
July 16, 2023
Hi Georgia,
You’ll need to pack the bottles in your checked luggage as full bottles of wine can’t be in a carry-on. Have a great trip!
Fnu khushi
July 18, 2023
Hi . I am flying from USA to INDIA . And I have an 15 pounds (7kg ) brass diety of lord Krishna. I keep him as my family member and takes him everywhere. Can I take him to India in flight ? And in which bag ? Please tell me if anybody know something . It’s urgent.
Keri Stooksbury
July 19, 2023
Hi Fnu – I think this would depend on the dimensions allowable by the airline(s) you are traveling on. Have a look at our carry-on luggage size chart by airline.
Randy
July 23, 2023
Can I take a four pound cannon ball in my checked luggage?
Civil war collectible.
Keri Stooksbury
July 24, 2023
Hi Randy – This would probably best be a question for TSA directly at https://twitter.com/asktsa. Thanks for reading!
Amir
July 27, 2023
I have some electronic boards that I want to bring then with me. Electronic boards like: Raspberry Pi, Arduino Boards, some evaluation boards, some electronic modules. Can I bring them in my checked luggage? Thanks
Jarrod West
July 27, 2023
Hi Amir,
Yes, you should be able to bring those in your checked luggage.
Kelley
August 02, 2023
Cell phones? I have always been able to carry my cell phone in my carry-on. Why is this on the list?
Chris Hassan
August 03, 2023
Hi Kelley,
Cell phones are on the approved list.
Anita
August 05, 2023
Can I carry fruit pulp in carry-on baggage?
Christine Krzyszton
August 05, 2023
Hi Anita. Technically, like jams and jellies, you can. However, it must be 3.4 ounces (100 ml) or less and fit inside your quart liquid bag. You would probably want to store it in a zip-locked plastic container or bag and put it in checked luggage.
Joe Ruggiero
August 07, 2023
Can I bring a plastic model kit of an internal combustion engine that uses a small battery operated electric motor to move the clear plastic parts to show how the engine works, in my carry-on luggage?
Jarrod West
August 07, 2023
Hi Joe,
Yes, you should be able to bring that.
Paula
August 09, 2023
Can I bring my vitamins and supplements in a weekly dispenser inside my checked baggage? (or do they have to be in original containers?)
Chris Hassan
August 10, 2023
Hi Paula,
Accoring to the TSA website, “TSA does not require passengers to have medications in prescription bottles, but states have individual laws regarding the labeling of prescription medication with which passengers need to comply.”
Syd
August 12, 2023
Can I bring my vinyl record player in as a carry-on?
Christine Krzyszton
August 12, 2023
Hi Syd. Yes, you should have no problem bringing it as a carry-on as long as it meets size and weight requirements.
Ann Mocko
August 14, 2023
Can I carry on a home internet box or router?
Jarrod West
August 14, 2023
Hi Ann,
Yes, you should be able to.
Jeff
August 20, 2023
I have a small 6” brass model cannon. Can I take that in my carry on?
Keri Stooksbury
August 20, 2023
Hi Jeff – According to the TSA, “Replica firearms, including firearm replicas that are toys, may be transported in checked baggage only.”
barb hyde
August 21, 2023
Can I have a bic lighter in my purse?
Keri Stooksbury
August 22, 2023
Yes, Barb – we have this noted under “Disposable and Zippo lighters.” Thanks for reading!
Irving Lubliner
August 23, 2023
I have purchased a pizza cutter with a round blade that is 4″ in diameter and a carved wooden handle that can be unscrewed from the blade. Can I bring this in my carry-on bag?
Keri Stooksbury
August 24, 2023
Hi Irving, All bladed items generally must be checked. Thanks for reading!
Anthony Besa
August 23, 2023
Can a vacuum sealer be in a carry on?
Keri Stooksbury
August 24, 2023
Hi Anthony, I don’t think that would be an issue. Thanks for reading!
Tandie Basco
August 23, 2023
Can I bring my C-Pap machine in my carry on bag?
Keri Stooksbury
August 24, 2023
Hi Tandie – Yes, you can bring your CPAP. We have this listed under “Nebulizers, CPAPs, BiPAPs, and APAPs.” Thanks for reading!
Pam
September 05, 2023
Can you take a unopened electric engraver on flights within the U.S.?
Chris Hassan
September 05, 2023
Hi Pam,
While not specifically listed, small tools and scissors with blades less than 4″ are allowed, so there is a good chance that the engraver is also allowed.
Jacquelyn
September 10, 2023
Can you take Boots heat patches in carry on luggage? They are not gel filled
Chris Hassan
September 10, 2023
Hey Jacquelyn,
Yes, heat patches are allowed through TSA.
jean jacques njopse
September 16, 2023
Hi can i bring my electric shaver in my carry on ?
Keri Stooksbury
September 16, 2023
That should not be an issue, as noted under Electric razors.
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