For the safety and security of the traveling public, TSA, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and/or airlines have prohibited certain items from being brought onto airplanes in carry-on and/or checked bags. To help you plan ahead and avoid the potential of additional screening, be sure to check out the prohibited items list below and pack accordingly.
Item Prohibited
Carry-on? Checked?
Box Cutters NO OK
Ice Axes/Ice Picks NO OK
Knives NO OK
Meat Cleavers NO OK
Razor-Type Blades – such as box cutters NO OK
utility knives, and safety razor blades NO OK
Sabers NO OK
Scissors – metal blades longer than 4 inches are prohibited NO OK
Swords – cutting or thrusting weapons, including fencing foils NO OK
NOTE: Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.