00:00Nail polish removers You can have nail polish remover in your carry-on
00:07luggage as long as it doesn't contain acetone, which is flammable.
00:11Also acetone damages your skin and nails, so opt for acetone-free removers.
00:17Perfume and nail polishes These are forbidden too, but not only because
00:20of liquid restrictions, but also for etiquette rules.
00:23Some passengers may be allergic to their smell, so avoid perfume and paint your nails at home.
00:30Mercury thermometers In case you need to check your body temperature
00:33on board, make sure that your thermometer is either the electronic kind or made with
00:38alcohol, the one that contains red liquid in it.
00:41Mercury thermometers are strictly forbidden on board, as mercury is dangerous and very
00:46difficult to clean up if it spills.
00:48Magic 8 balls The problem is because of the liquid.
00:52Even though it has less than 3.4 oz, it's pretty impossible to measure the exact amount
00:57inside the toy.
00:58Ask your ball if you can take it on board.
01:00It'll likely give you a don't-count-on-it answer.
01:05Bowling pins Wow, the security services claim that it can
01:08be used as a club, which can be dangerous.
01:11Or possibly the aircrew doesn't want anyone having fun in the aisle during a long and
01:15boring flight.
01:16So spare the trouble and strike that one off your list!
01:21Darts Remember, no sports equipment is allowed, be
01:24it a fencing foil, a bat, or even darts.
01:28Darts are sharp, and sharp objects aren't allowed on board.
01:31Get the point?
01:32Knitting needles Sometimes flights seem to be endless, and
01:36it's kinda nice to have something to do.
01:38If you're into crafts, beware of metal needles.
01:41They may not be allowed on board.
01:43Opt for plastic or wooden knitting needles, and wrap them so they don't cause damage.
01:48Snow globes Here we go again, only a limited amount of
01:52liquids are allowed through security.
01:54If your snow globe is smaller than a tennis ball, it may be allowed.
01:58But it's better to play safe and check any snow globe.
02:03Liquid bleach Do you have a few stains on your clothes that
02:05you want to fix?
02:07First, liquid bleach is not allowed on board since it's an implosion hazard.
02:11Second, white clothing is not the best choice for a flight.
02:15Third, the plane bathroom is far too small for laundering anyway.
02:20Hair bleach If you're a hairdresser, no hair bleach
02:23is allowed on board.
02:24Sorry.
02:25Scissors are not welcome either, unless their blades are 4 inches or shorter.
02:30Cordless curling irons Bad news for hairdressers again.
02:34Due to a gas cartridge filled with butane, these items are not allowed on board.
02:39Grab an electric curling iron instead for your best hairstyle.
02:43Cast iron pans Basically, you can take any pan or pot on
02:47board if you feel like it.
02:49But cast iron is pure metal, so they're considered to be dangerous.
02:52They're also hefty, weighing no less than 4 pounds.
02:56It would probably be the only object you could carry on in terms of weight.
03:01Christmas crackers These little paper packages can make a wonderful
03:06atmosphere of joy during the Christmas holidays.
03:09But they bring a mess on board.
03:11They make a crackling sound when pulled too, which can frighten other passengers.
03:15They're not allowed in check bags either.
03:18Gel insoles Surprisingly, these soothing inserts are forbidden
03:23The problem is, it can be hard to measure the exact amount of liquid in them.
03:27So sorry, but not allowed.
03:29The same goes for gel candles.
03:31It's better to check them, unless you want them to end up in the trash.
03:36Paints and turpentine If you're an artist, you don't want your
03:39paint to get frozen in the luggage section.
03:42Security may be okay with your oil paints and your carry-on as long as they're under
03:463.4 ounces.
03:48But there's no way they'll allow extremely flammable turpentine.
03:52High heels and thick soles They are not prohibited, but they can cause
03:56some problems.
03:57You may be asked to take them off to have them scanned.
04:00Sure, there are some plastic shoe covers, but ew, airport floor germs.
04:06Wedding dresses Pack it carefully, airports are dirty.
04:10And some dresses just don't fit in the x-ray machine.
04:13So it might need to be double-checked.
04:16Hard cheeses These are considered to be liquids too.
04:20Any amount of more than 3.4 ounces can be taken on board in your stomach.
04:25But don't worry, hard cheese is not prohibited.
04:29Tent pegs If you're a camper or hiker, you probably
04:32want to check as much of your camping luggage.
04:35But if you travel light with only a backpack, you will probably need to buy some tent pegs
04:39when you reach your destination.
04:41Since they're sharp objects, tent pegs are not allowed on board.
04:46Liquids Pretty obvious.
04:48Still, you can sneak on the plane with more than 3.4 ounces of your favorite face cream
04:53by claiming it's medicine that you really need.
04:57Just notify the airport beforehand.
04:59This hack may be a little strange, but it works… sometimes.
05:04Blenders If you want to have a smoothie on your flight
05:06with the fresh fruits that are allowed on board, bad news for you.
05:11Blenders are allowed only if you remove the blades.
05:14So technically, it wouldn't be a blender anymore.
05:18Drills It's hard to imagine anyone having a drill
05:20in a 5-pound carry-on luggage, but anyway, these are not allowed.
05:25So if you want to bring home a drill as a holiday souvenir instead of the usual boring
05:30souvenir magnet, you'll have to check it.
05:34Dry ice If you're looking to sneak onto a plane
05:36with a dry ice DIY fridge, you may fail.
05:40Dry ice is flammable, so safety regulations may prohibit it on board.
05:45You can bring up to 5.5 pounds of dry ice, but permission from the airline is required.
05:52Heating pads If you want a heating pad, feel free to bring
05:55an electric one, even though you may not be able to take advantage of it during the flight.
06:00But gel heating pads are not allowed on board.
06:04Razors Anything with an uncovered blade is not allowed
06:07through securities.
06:08A disposable razor or cartridge blades can be taken on board, but box cutters and knives,
06:14with the exception of a smooth butter knife, should be kept in your checked luggage.
06:19Soap bars Generally, they're allowed on board, so
06:21don't panic if security wants to double-check your bag after scanning it.
06:26It just may appear a bit odd on the scan and mislead the officers.
06:30But liquid soap follows the universal liquid rule.
06:34Batteries The rules for them vary.
06:36You are not allowed to bring spillable batteries in either your carry-on luggage or your checked
06:41luggage.
06:42But lithium batteries can be carried on board.
06:44They can't be checked, however, because if damaged, they can start a fire.
06:50Laser pointers You travel with a cat, and yes, your pet loves
06:53playing with a laser pointer.
06:55But you gotta make do without it this time.
06:58Laser pointers are not allowed in either carry-on or in checked luggage.
07:03Tracking sticks When used as a mobility device, security may
07:07let you on board with it.
07:09Or they may not.
07:10It's best to play it safe and notify your airline in advance.
07:14Happy trails!
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