When it comes to flying there are many rules. While most people know about the restrictions on liquids and common items, a popular hair accessory is causing alarm.
According to the, cordless curling irons are a popular choice for those who wish to save space and avoid the hassle of converters and plugs. However, the tool can be banned if the cartridge is butane-fueled. Federal Aviation Administration‘s (FAA) “PackSafe” Website that lists what passengers can and cannot bring aboard. In this case, it is possible to bring the tool on board. carry-on Bags are allowed in checked luggage.
The FAA also requires travelers to use this tool on aircraft to cover certain heating components and prevent them from accidentally activating. according to the FAA’s advisory. The use of electric curling and straightening irons that are plugged into a wall is not restricted.
The FAA cautions that these regulations are only for domestic flights, and international travelers should “check with their airline as international regulations can differ from domestic regulations.”
Conair and other popular brands sell cordless irons with butane cartridges. They don’t need batteries or plugs. The butane cartridge is “good for several months of normal usage.” according to a product listing page on Walgreens Iron.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), while allowing battery-operated curling-irons in carry-on luggage, warns that one safety requirement must be met: “The battery or fuse, as well as the heat element, must also have been removed to avoid accidental activation.” according to the agency.
If you pack prohibited items, you may face fines of up to $17,000 and possible arrest. according to the TSA.
Hair styling tools are not the only items that must be checked when you board an airplane. While the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) primary focus is on preventing terrorist attacks, evaluating whether to increase the volume of liquids that can be brought The limit for carry-on luggage is currently set at 3.4 pounds or less. This decision follows a similar one made by the agency in which it decided to limit the amount of liquids allowed into carry-on luggage. end its shoes-off policy During security screenings)
Other items such as battery packs with lithium-ion batteries or portable electronics that contain batteries (think laptops and cell phones) are also allowed in carry on luggage, but not in checked baggage. Some items are prohibited, such as strike-anywhere matches, torch lighters and aerosols flammables like spray paint.
