Are live leeches allowed through TSA checkpoints?
On the most voted answer on What techniques, tricks or otherwise have you used to get upgrades on flights?, there was a comment about leeches:
Though if you're a doctor of 14th century philosophy, you should probably carry some leeches with you just in case you're called upon to provide medical assistance to a fellow passenger.
While this is obviously a joke comment, it did get some interest in whether live leeches are allowed through flight checkpoints. Since (surprisingly) no one posted this since it was asked in 2011, I thought I'd go ahead and post it.
So, what is the status on live leeches and the TSA?
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What items Cannot go through airport security?
TSA's naughty list: What you should not take on a plane this holiday season- Where's your gun? Don't strap your gun to your body or forget it in your carry-on luggage. ...
- Not even a replica. ...
- Pack those blades. ...
- Check your bludgeons. ...
- No self defense equipment. ...
- No flammable liquids. ...
- No fireworks or explosives. ...
- Hazardous liquids.
What is not allowed in checked baggage?
Knives, scissors, Swiss army knives and other sharp instruments. Toy replicas of fire arms and ammunition. Weapons such as whips, nan-chakus, baton, or stun gun. Electronic devices which cannot be switched off.What tools can go through TSA?
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.Can you take slime through TSA?
Slime must be 3.4ounces or less when packed in carry-on bags. Larger sizes/quantities must go in checked bags.How TSA Checkpoints In Airports Have Changed In The Age Of Coronavirus | TODAY
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