You cannot bring the following items on a plane, especially in carry-on baggage:
- Firearms and weapons : All types of guns (pistols, rifles, shotguns), toy guns, replicas, firearm parts (except telescopic sights), compressed air and CO2 guns, flare and starter pistols, bows, crossbows, arrows, harpoon guns, spearguns, slingshots, catapults, swords, sabres, and martial arts weapons with sharp edges
- Sharp objects : Axes, hatchets, cleavers, ice axes, ice picks, knives with blades longer than 6 cm, scissors with blades longer than 6 cm, box cutters, utility knives, and safety razors
- Explosives and flammable substances : Ammunition, blasting caps, detonators, fuses, fireworks, pyrotechnics (including party poppers and sparklers), dynamite, gunpowder, plastic explosives, petrol, lighter fluid, fuels like gasoline or Sterno cans, aerosol paint cans, turpentine, paint thinner, and flammable gases like butane or propane
- Chemical and toxic substances : Bleach, drain cleaners, pesticides, disabling sprays (mace, pepper spray, tear gas), acids, alkalis, corrosive substances (mercury, chlorine), poisons, radioactive materials, biological hazards, and fire extinguishers
- Batteries and electronic devices : Large lithium and lithium-ion batteries are restricted; spare batteries must be carried in carry-on bags only. Samsung Galaxy Note 7 phones are permanently banned
- Liquids and gels over 3.4 oz (100 ml) : Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be packed in checked luggage if possible. This includes items like peanut butter (not solid), soups, creams, lotions, oils, and other similar substances
- Other prohibited items : Hoverboards, balance gliders, self-balancing boards with lithium batteries, flares, strike-anywhere matches (only safety matches allowed), Christmas crackers (in some regions), and certain canned foods that cannot be inspected easily
These restrictions apply to carry-on baggage primarily, with some items possibly allowed in checked baggage under strict conditions and airline approval (e.g., firearms). Regulations may vary slightly by airline and country, so always check specific airline policies and local regulations before traveling
. In summary, items that pose safety risks such as weapons, explosives, flammables, sharp objects, large quantities of liquids, and certain chemicals are not allowed on planes to ensure passenger safety and comply with aviation security laws.
