Traveling is always exciting from the moment you choose the place, but if you plan to take a plane, either because it is a distant place or simply for the convenience of arriving at your destination soon, there are certain considerations that you must take into account.
It is important that you are up to date with the constant changes to the operating rules at airports and airlines so that you do not have any mishap when checking your luggage and you can board your plane without setbacks.
Here is a guide on the things you can and should not take on board the plane or in your hand luggage, according to the Rules and Regulations of the Transportation Security Administration (TAS, according to its acronym in English) .
What you can wear
1. Tools
It is allowed to carry tools such as pliers, spanners or screwdrivers as long as they are not larger than 7 inches (no more than 18 centimeters). Knives, scissors or sharp utensils must be perfectly packed in checked luggage.
2. Non-flammable gels, liquids and aerosols
Personal care items such as gels, liquids, non-flammable aerosols, as well as food and beverages must be in containers of 3.4 ounces or less and must be placed in plastic bags or clear cases.
There are some exceptions such as medically necessary fluids like insulin or baby formula.
3. Batteries
We know that for some electronic devices batteries are essential, we suggest you pack them perfectly in the luggage that you are going to check, for no reason should you take them in the one that will be checked, if you do not want to delay your boarding.
4. Lighters and matches
You can pack regular lighters and matchboxes, but you can't carry them in checked luggage.
5. Knitting needles
If you like to knit to make the trip less stressful, the good news is that you can take your needles and yarn with you to make your knitting, the only thing you cannot take with you are scissors or some other material that contains a hidden blade such as cutter.
6. Gifts
You can bring wrapped gifts on board, as long as the contents meet security requirements, but you run the risk of being asked to unwrap them when passing through the screening arch.
That is why we advise you to take them unwrapped and, when you arrive at your destination, arrange them as you wish.
7. Electronic devices
As long as they are smaller than a laptop standard you can bring mini laptop, tablet or cell phone.
Larger gadgets like full-size laptops, video game consoles, and DVD players cannot be carried with you.
Camcorders and videotapes will need to be out of their packaging and separate at the time of review.
8. Medications
You can carry over-the-counter medications on board, as long as you have a prescription. Likewise, products or belongings for people with disabilities can be carried in your hand luggage, but you will have to declare them when going through inspection.
9. Baby food and items
If a baby is traveling on the plane, it is allowed to bring prepackaged breast milk, milk formulas, juices, bottled, canned or processed foods, as well as gel-filled teethers; all this has to be declared before going to review.
10. Jewelry
It is not an official requirement, but it is highly recommended that jewelry, coins and other valuables be carried with you in your hand luggage on board the plane, as long as they comply with security regulations.
11. Roller skates and ice skates
Oddly enough, ice skates are among the items that you can take with you, as well as those on wheels.
12. Skateboard
If it fits in the overhead compartment, you can take it with you on board.
13. Fishing rods
The TSA (Rules and Regulations of the Transportation Security Administration) allows you to take your fishing rods with you; This is not the case with hooks and hooks, they must be documented.
It does not hurt that you previously check with the airline the measurements or dimensions of the compartments so that you do not have problems when approaching with this fishing implement.
14. Musical instruments
Violins, guitars and other musical instruments can be carried on the plane since 2012 without causing an extra charge; the condition is that they fit in the upper compartment.
15. Camping stoves
Oddly enough, this accessory also has the flexibility to be carried in your on-board luggage; however, it must be perfectly free of propane gas, so you should clean it before your trip so that the smell is not so intense.
16. Cremated remains
If you have to travel with the cremated remains of a loved one, they will have to be carried in a wooden or plastic container, either in your hands or in a small suitcase.
17. Adult toys
If an erotic encounter is included in your vacation plans, you can carry your sex toys in your hand luggage.
18. Auto parts
If you are a mechanic, or on request you have to transport auto parts such as an engine, this must go without traces of fuel, but we suggest you consult it previously with the airline.
19. Food
If you are one of those who do not like airplane food, you can take almost any type of prepared food with you, including perfectly packaged celerales, seafood and whole eggs.
Unfortunately, the same does not happen with canned soups, these are not allowed, unless you find a presentation of less than 3.4 ounces.
20. Household appliances
Like most sports objects or musical instruments, if it fits in the upper compartment of your seat you can carry them. The only restriction is with blenders, since they must not have blades.
21. Corkscrew
Although you will not need one of these objects on board the plane, it is allowed to carry them but without the blade.
22. Ice
If you plan to approach with ice, you can do so as long as it is completely frozen and if it starts to melt, you will need to follow the rule for liquids not to exceed 3.4 ounces.
What you must document
1. Sharp objects
Objects such as kitchen knives, scissors, cutter, razor blades, picks, ice axes and scissors that are longer than 4 inches.
2. Sports objects
With the exception of balls or balls, all objects or sports equipment must be checked in your luggage.
3. Articles of personal defense
Safety sprays like pepper spray, other items like golf clubs, jacks blacks or hitting tools like mallets, brass knuckles, kubbotans and other martial arts weapons you cannot take with you on board the plane.
4. Glass spheres or balls with snow
No matter the size, these souvenirs they will not allow you to transport them in your hand luggage. It is best to pack them perfectly and document them.
5. Shoe inserts
If you have gel inserts or insoles in your shoes, you must remove them before traveling and document them in your luggage.
6. Candles
Scented or gel candles can be taken with you, but if they are made with other equivalent materials, they must be documented.
7. Alcoholic beverages
We know that, on a trip abroad, a bottle of tequila turns out to be a good gift for our host or to taste it for pure pleasure; Also when returning it is always pleasant to bring a good liquor from the place of origin that we have visited.
The good news is that you can document up to 5 liters of these drinks in well-sealed bottles or jars, as long as it doesn't exceed 70% alcohol.
8. Weapons
If you carry firearms such as pistols, they must be unloaded and perfectly packed in the suitcase to be documented.
Air, starter, or pellet guns must also be reported, but you must report at the time of your check in at the airline and ask about specific regulations.
9. Foam toy swords
Although they are harmless because they are made of foam, you cannot take them with you on board.
Objects that you should leave at home
1. Chemicals
Products such as bleach, chlorine, spillable batteries, spray paints, tear gas, and fire extinguishers are considered very dangerous materials, so you will not be allowed to travel with them for any reason.
2. Fireworks
We know that for fans of fireworks it is almost essential to celebrate the new year with rockets or sparklers.
If this is your case, you will have to buy them once you arrive at your destination, since these explosive materials (dynamite or replicas) are prohibited on the plane.
3. Flammable items
Refills for lighters, fuel, gasoline, aerosol cans (exceeding 3.4 ounces allowed for personal hygiene), flammable paints, paint thinners and toner cannot be brought on the plane.
These are the main restrictions of the objects that you can take on board an airplane. Take it into consideration, as well as the other requirements regarding the weight that you are allowed to carry so that you have a pleasant and safe trip at the time of your departure ... Have a good trip!
See also:
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