What is Allowed on a Carry-On Bag
Individual airlines may have different requirements and restrictions regarding what is allowed in a carry-on bag, so it is important to check with your airline before travel; however, there are generally accepted guidelines that all passengers must follow in order to comply with TSA regulations.
TSA Approved Items
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has a list of items that are permitted and items that are strictly prohibited in a carry-on bag. TSA approved items include one quart-sized, clear bag of liquids, aerosols, gels, creams, and pastes which must all be 3.4 ounces or less and must fit in the clear bag. Liquids, aerosols, gels, creams, and pastes that are larger than 3.4 ounces must be placed in checked baggage. Additional items permitted include electronics, such as laptop computers, iPads, cameras, and other electronic items, books, magazines, food, neck and shoulder pillows, umbrellas, jackets and coats, medical supplies such as insulin and syringes, strollers, and child car seats.
Items Not Allowed on Carry-On
There are many items that are not allowed on a carry-on due to TSA regulations. These items include sharp objects, including scissors, pocket knives, razor blades, metal combs, box cutters, ice picks, martial arts weapons, baseball bats, and spear guns. Guns, gun powder, realistic replicas of firearms, and ammunition of any kind must be checked in at the ticketing counter. Other items not allowed on a carry-on include snow globes, gel packs, pressurized cans and spray paint, fuel-powered tools, electro-shock weapons such as stun guns, and any type of fluid or combustible material.
Conclusion
It is important to follow TSA guidelines in order to ensure a safe flight. Airport security personnel perform scans and searches of all passengers’ bags to ensure that passengers are not carrying any prohibited items in their carry-on or checked bags. By understanding the accepted policies and restrictions of what is allowed in a carry-on bag, passengers can save time and hassle during their travels.