As a division of the Department of Homeland Security, the TSA is responsible for overseeing security at the nation's airports. But weighing in on the pros and cons of travel souvenirs and answering questions about what items are permitted on airplanes has become part of the job.
TSA's "What Can I Bring?" database says: "Sadly the technology doesn't currently exist to create a real lightsaber. However, you can pack a toy lightsaber in your carry-on or checked bag." It adds, "May the force be with you."
Also allowed as carry-on: compasses, amethyst crystals, fresh fruit, fishing rods, live lobsters , seashells, fruit gummies, cooked lasagna, jelly beans, electronic bathroom scales and frozen water bottles, as long as the water is completely frozen when presented for screening.near airports, TSA allows drones in carry-on bags. However, the agency encourages travelers to check with their airline about specific rules for taking drones on board.
One passenger recently asked about traveling with jars of pickles. They were advised that pickles without liquid in a zip bag were good to go as carry-on, but that pickles with pickle juice were only allowed in a carry-on bag if packed in a container of 3.4 oz. or less. "I want to take it to my mom," the traveler tweeted to TSA. "You can," TSA responded, adding "We hope your mom enjoys the treat!"
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