00:00TSA bans three new items from checked luggage. What you need to know.
00:05The Transportation Security Administration, TSA, has implemented new restrictions that will affect millions of travelers who use cordless hair devices.
00:15Materials such as gas cartridges and butane canisters are not permitted on flights.
00:21TSA now bans cordless hairstyling devices that use gas cartridges or butane in checked luggage but allows them in carry-on bags.
00:35However, spare cartridges and refills remain completely prohibited due to safety risks.
00:42The Federal Aviation Administration considers cordless hair devices hazardous due to flammable gas, posing a risk if released during flights.
00:54Cargo holds lack fire suppression systems, increasing potential danger when these devices are in checked luggage.
01:04Travelers can carry certain cordless hairstyling devices on board, provided they have safety covers.
01:11Immediate access allows quick response to any activation and reduces fire risks.
01:20The TSA bans cordless hair devices amid a 15% rise in lithium battery incidents over five years, with 46 incidents in 2025.
01:30Portable chargers and power banks cause nearly 40% of these issues.
01:35The TSA is partnering with clear to introduce biometric e-gates at three major airports across America.
01:44This technology prepares US airports for increased traffic expected during the 2026 FIFA World Cup and America's 250th anniversary celebrations.
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