Are wire/belt cutter allowed to bring on-bag to plane?(not in luggage)
I found some pocket tools that contains some sharp part for cutting seat belt I think, as TSA said no sharp thing are allowed on-bag but the belt cutter isn't something that can harm other, isn't it?
So can we bring pocket tool that contains belt cutter on-bag?
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Best Answer
Manufacturers of keychain tools are aware of TSA rules, which depend on the definition of a blade and sharp. In this case, the manufacturer claims it meets TSA requirements.
Best of all, the MOCA keychain tool is TSA-friendly so you can take it with you into any airport on all your adventures.
In general, you can check the manufacturer webpages of the specific tool you are considering to see if they make such a claim.
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What tools are not allowed in check in 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. For tools powered by lithium batteries, see FAA regulations.Can you take metal objects on a plane?
Can you bring metal in your carry-on? Yes, metal is allowed in your carry-on luggage. In fact, when you are going through the metal detector at TSA security, you are often asked to remove metal items (such as your belt, shoes with metal, etc.) in order to avoid setting off the metal detector.Can I put a knife in my checked bag?
Checked Bags: YesExcept for plastic or round bladed butter knives. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.What is not allowed on a plane?
Prohibited items include blasting caps, dynamite, flares, grenades, fireworks, replicas of explosives, aerosols, any fuel, gasoline, gas torches, strike-anywhere matches, lighters, paint-thinner, bleach, chlorine and spray paint. Other explosives or flammable objects not listed are prohibited as well.10 Things to NEVER Pack in a Checked Bag (checked baggage packing rules \u0026 tips 2022)
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Answer 2
There is no approval scheme for specific products. There are published guidelines which the TSA can (and does) change as they see fit. If the product clearly meets the guidelines in play at the time of inspection, it’s likely, but not guaranteed, to be accepted. TSA agents have the final say. You have no grounds for dispute, despite what some manufacturers imply.
In this case, the question of blade is the most significant. Bladed tools are not permitted for carry on, with some very limited exceptions (scissors under 4 inches from the pivot,at the time of writing).
It is not the manufacturers determination of what constitutes a blade, nor yours, that counts.
So, the rather dull outcome is - if you’re happy to risk losing a $10 tool, you can try. If you’re not, and have checked baggage anyway, pack it in there.
(As an example of manufacturers being potentially misleading, Leatherman lists ‘TSA Approved’ products, whilst the TSA themselves simply state that ‘Leatherman tools aren’t permitted for carry on’. The manufacturer adds a footnote saying they will not pay compensation for confiscation. That suggest they know they cannot stand by their assertion of approval).
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