Learn which tools, sharp objects, and metal items you can bring in your carry-on or checked luggage
TL;DR What is the TSA rule for silicone? If you are traveling within or from the U.S then, you should always follow the TSA guidelines. They didn’t specifically mention anything about silicone caulk or silicone sealant on their website. But I looked for some responses on their social media. Turned out that the TSA does … Read more
If you’re a DIY enthusiast, a woodworker, or a carpenter. You might want to bring your saw with you when you travel. But are all type of saws allowed on planes? The simple answer is Yes, but only as checked baggage. TL,DR Continue reading for more info on traveling with all types of saws, and … Read more
Traveling with a jump starter can be convenient and useful, especially if you need to charge your mobile devices or jump start your car in an emergency. However, if you are planning to travel by air and you want to bring your jump pack or portable jump starter along, you need to be aware of … Read more
Whether it’s a spinner, a cube, a ring, or a pipe, fidgeting can help you relax, and have fun especially on a long flight. But can you bring your fidget toys and spinners on a plane? Will they cause any trouble at the airport security? How to go through airport security with it. Will they … Read more
Traveling with this important scientific tool can be an easy if you follow the TSA and airline’s regulations wisely. But what are the rules for taking a microscope onto a plane? Are all types and accessories of microscopes ok to pack when traveling by air? The short answer is Yes, you can bring a microscope … Read more
A magnifying glass is a harmless and handy tool that you can use for many purposes or to keep yourself entertained by playing the Eye Spy game on your flight. And it is actually not a complicated thing to bring a magnifying glass on a plane. I’ve put this post to magnify on everything you … Read more
You may already be familiar with the guidelines when traveling with liquids and sharp objects, but there are some everyday items ( like staplers ) that will make you wonder if they are permitted as carry-on or not. Here is a short answer. You can bring regular office staplers ( like SwingLine staplers ) on … Read more
Whether you are participating in a competition, or wanted to bring an antique or a fake sword on your next flight! you might be wondering if it is legal to bring swords on an airplane. There are some rules to keep in mind, these items are considered real weapons. Generally the answer is yes but … Read more
The TSA and most airport security have strict rules for taking liquids on planes, but what about sharp objects like box and pizza cutters? Can you bring a box cutter on a plane? Here is the quick answer: box cutters or utility knives have the potential to be used as a weapon, so they are … Read more
While there is plenty to know when flying with bikes, taking a bike lock on a plane is pretty straightforward. Bicycle locks are not considered dangerous items, so they are permitted in both carry on and checked baggage, however, the TSA and most airlines do recommend taking heavy bike locks with chains in checked baggage … Read more