Planning ahead and packing properly can facilitate the screening process and ease your travel experience at the airport.
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. Read about civil penalties for prohibited items.
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Item | Carry on bags | Checked bags |
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Bocce Balls |
Yes | 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. |
No | 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. |
No | Yes |
Bows and Arrows |
No | Yes |
Boxing Gloves |
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. |
Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Canoe/Kayak Paddles |
No | Yes |
Cast Iron Cookware |
No | 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. |
Yes (Special Instructions) | Yes (Special Instructions) |
Cooler (empty) |
Yes | Yes |
The final decision rests with the TSA officer on whether an item is allowed through the checkpoint.
Officers may ask you to power up your electronic device, including cell phones. Powerless devices will not be permitted onboard the aircraft. TSA does not read or copy information from your device.
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