Utensils | Transportation Security Administration (2024)

FAQs

Can you bring utensils through TSA? ›

Checked Bags: Yes

Except knives with rounded-blades, blunt edges without serration/teeth such as butter knives, or plastic cutlery. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.

Knives, except for plastic or round-bladed butter knives, are not allowed in carry-on bags. For more prohibited items, please go to the 'What Can I Bring?'

The TSA PreCheck® Application Program is only open to U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals and lawful permanent residents. Applicants may be ineligible due to incomplete or false application information, certain violations of federal security regulations, or disqualifying criminal offenses and factors.

Checked Bags: Yes

Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags within the continental United States. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible.

Government guidelines advise that you avoid taking any sharp or pointed items, such as knives when travelling via aeroplane as standard. For this reason, we would recommend leaving your cutlery set at home to avoid any risk of it being confiscated when passing through security.

Checked Bags: Yes

Pots and pans are generally allowed in both carry-on and checked bags. However, cast iron skillets are prohibited in carry-on bags and must be placed in checked baggage.

We recommend keeping fragile or expensive items with you in your carry-on baggage. Fragile items such as dishes, figurines, glassware, prescription eyewear and sunglasses should be properly packed inside of your carry-on bag so that you can ensure the item does not get broken.

According to the TSA website you may bring a spoon and fork in your carry-on bag as long as either is not sharp. If you put it through the xray machine then you can, but you can't have it on your person when you step through the metal detectors.

Tools 7 inches or shorter (measured from end to end when assembled) may be allowed in carry-on baggage. Power tools and all tools longer than 7 inches (measured from end to end when assembled) are prohibited in carry-on baggage; these items must be packed in your checked bags.

Eligible TSA PreCheck® travelers include: U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents enrolled in TSA PreCheck®. Members of Global Entry. U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents who are members of SENTRI.

Do seniors automatically get TSA PreCheck? ›

Do seniors automatically get PreCheck? No. Anyone who wants to receive PreCheck needs to apply. However, TSA does provide people who are 75 years old or older access to an expedited screening process in the regular screening lines: You can keep your light jacket and shoes on.

Applicants may be ineligible due to incomplete or false application information, certain violations of federal security regulations, or disqualifying criminal offenses and factors. Global Entry, NEXUS, and SENTRI allow some foreign citizens to apply. You can find more information on all programs here.

Yes, you may pack food in your carry-on or checked bag, but remember all food must undergo x-ray screening.

Each passenger is limited to one quart-size bag of liquids, gels and aerosols. Common travel items that must comply with the 3-1-1 liquids rule include toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, mouthwash and lotion.

The 3.4 Ounces (100 mL) Rule: TSA's Liquid Restrictions

This may seem like an inconvenience, but it's a rule put in place to ensure air travel safety. So, if you're planning on bringing a water bottle on a plane, it must be empty when you pass through security.

According to the TSA website you may bring a spoon and fork in your carry-on bag as long as either is not sharp.

If you really want to bring your own cutlery to use on the plane, you can bring a plastic knife and a fork that has square or round ended prongs, with a handle that is also round ended and non-detachable. Can I bring two carry on bags? Most airlines allow passengers to bring one carry on bag and one personal item.

If the electrical appliance does not contain stabbing or cutting elements, then it can be transported in hand luggage. The main thing is that your carry-on luggage corresponds to the dimensions of 40x30x20 cm and a weight of 10 kg.

Inform the TSA officer that you have an artificial knee, hip, other metal implant or a pacemaker, defibrillator or other internal medical device. You should not be screened by a walk-through metal detector if you have an internal medical device such as a pacemaker. Consult with your physician prior to flying.