Why aren't conventional mercury thermometers allowed onboard?
Why do airlines prohibit carrying conventional mercury thermometers onboard? What potential this small device has to prohibit it?
PS: I prefer conventional thermometers in my personal first aid kit over electric ones because they do not need batteries and they are accurate.
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Personal medical mercury thermometers in their protective case are legal for carry on or checked baggage by crew or passengers.
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Can you bring a thermometer on an airplane?
You can travel with a thermometer, including check it in your luggage or carry it on. The TSA considers thermometers an approved item in the TSA check points as well.Are mercury thermometers allowed?
Tip: thermometers with a red line instead of silver are not mercury and not restricted. Digital thermometers are also not restricted. Though allowed in checked and carry-on baggage by U.S. regulations, medical mercury thermometers are not allowed in carry-on baggage by international ( ICAO / IATA ) regulations.Why mercury thermometers are not allowed on planes?
The glass of a mercury thermometer can break. The released mercury can corrode the aluminium of the plane. An underwater torch or a diving lamp may accidentally be switched on. Such lamps become extremely hot, leading to a fire on the plane.Can you take mercury on a plane?
Must be in carry-on baggage only. The individual must advise the airline of the presence of the mercury barometer or thermometer in the carry-on baggage.Why aren't you scared, marshal? You know I'm going to kill you, right?
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