1. 🔋 Portable Chargers & Power Banks:
- Carry-On Only: Portable chargers and power banks containing lithium-ion batteries are prohibited in checked luggage. They must be packed in your carry-on bags.
- Reason: These items pose a fire risk in the cargo hold due to potential overheating.
- Note: If your carry-on bag is checked at the gate, remove these items and keep them with you in the cabin.
2. 🔋 Spare Lithium Batteries:
- Carry-On Only: Spare (uninstalled) lithium-ion and lithium-metal batteries, including those for cameras, laptops, and other devices, must be carried in your carry-on baggage.
- Protection: Ensure battery terminals are protected to prevent short circuits.faa.gov+3New York Post+3faa.gov+3
3. 💻 Installed Batteries in Devices:
- Allowed in Both: Devices with installed lithium batteries (e.g., smartphones, laptops) are allowed in both carry-on and checked luggage.
- Recommendation: It’s safer to keep these devices in your carry-on.
4. ❌ Items Prohibited in Checked Luggage:
- E-cigarettes & Vape Pens: Must be in carry-on bags.
- Fireworks & Flammable Items: Strictly prohibited.
- Large Aerosols: Only toiletry or medicinal aerosols under 18 oz are allowed; others are banned.
- Self-Defense Items: Items like pepper spray are restricted and have specific guidelines.yeahluggage.en.made-in-china.com
5. 💧 3-1-1 Liquid Rule for Carry-Ons:
- Limit: Liquids must be in containers of 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less.
- Bag: All containers must fit in a single quart-sized, clear, resealable bag.
- Exceptions: Medically necessary liquids, including baby formula and breast milk, are exempt but must be declared at the security checkpoint.
6. 🍼 Traveling with Infants:
- Exemptions: Items like breast milk, formula, and baby food are allowed in reasonable quantities exceeding 3.4 ounces and do not need to fit in a quart-sized bag.
- Declaration: Inform the TSA officer at the beginning of the screening process.TSA+1TSA+1
7. 🎱 Unusual Items Not Allowed in Carry-Ons:
- Snow Globes & Magic 8 Balls: Due to their liquid content, these items are generally prohibited in carry-on luggage unless they contain less than 3.4 ounces of liquid and fit in your quart-sized bag.
Stay Informed: Always check the TSA’s official “What Can I Bring?” tool before packing: TSA – What Can I Bring?TSA+7TSA+7TSA+7
Safe travels! ✈️🌍