TSA Prohibited Items and Baggage Policies 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which of the following items must be removed from carry-on bags and placed separately in a screening bin at the TSA checkpoint?
- Books and paper documents
- Laptops and large electronics (Correct answer)
- Medications in original containers
- Shoes (required for all passengers)
Correct answer: Laptops and large electronics
TSA requires passengers to remove laptops and other large electronics from bags and place them in a separate bin to allow for a clearer X-ray image.
Question 2: A passenger traveling with a medically necessary liquid exceeding 3.4 ounces should:
- Leave it at home as it is always prohibited regardless of medical need
- Surrender it to the TSA officer at the checkpoint
- Declare it to the TSA officer; it may be allowed after additional screening (Correct answer)
- Place it in checked baggage where no liquid limits apply
Correct answer: Declare it to the TSA officer; it may be allowed after additional screening
TSA allows medically necessary liquids exceeding 3.4 ounces, but passengers must declare them to officers and the liquids may be subject to additional screening procedures.
Question 3: According to TSA guidelines, tools measuring 7 inches or shorter (end to end) are generally:
- Prohibited in all baggage
- Allowed in checked baggage only
- Allowed in carry-on baggage (Correct answer)
- Allowed only with prior written TSA approval
Correct answer: Allowed in carry-on baggage
TSA generally permits tools that are 7 inches or shorter (measured end to end) in carry-on baggage, though sharp tools may have additional restrictions.
Question 4: Which statement about transporting alcohol in checked baggage is CORRECT?
- All alcohol is prohibited in checked baggage regardless of ABV
- Only beer and wine are permitted in checked baggage
- Alcohol over 70% ABV (140 proof) is prohibited in both carry-on and checked baggage (Correct answer)
- Up to 10 liters of any alcohol is allowed per passenger in checked baggage
Correct answer: Alcohol over 70% ABV (140 proof) is prohibited in both carry-on and checked baggage
Alcohol with over 70% ABV (140 proof) is prohibited in both carry-on and checked baggage; spirits between 24%–70% ABV are limited to 5 liters per passenger in retail packaging in checked baggage.
Question 5: Under TSA rules, a snow globe may be carried in carry-on baggage only if:
- It contains certified distilled water confirmed by the manufacturer
- It appears to contain 3.4 oz or less of liquid and fits in a quart-sized bag (Correct answer)
- It was purchased at a duty-free shop located after the security checkpoint
- It is presented in original sealed retail packaging
Correct answer: It appears to contain 3.4 oz or less of liquid and fits in a quart-sized bag
Snow globes are subject to the 3-1-1 liquids rule and must appear to contain 3.4 ounces or less of liquid and must fit within the quart-sized bag to be permitted in carry-on.
Question 6: Dry ice (solid carbon dioxide) transported in aircraft baggage must:
- Be prohibited entirely on all commercial aircraft
- Not exceed 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg), be in vented packaging, and have airline approval (Correct answer)
- Be placed in checked baggage only and in any quantity
- Be declared to TSA but requires no other special restrictions
Correct answer: Not exceed 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg), be in vented packaging, and have airline approval
Dry ice is allowed in quantities of up to 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg) in vented packaging that allows CO2 gas to escape, and requires airline approval because of pressure buildup concerns.
Question 7: A passenger who uses a wheelchair or personal mobility aid and cannot easily go through standard AIT screening may:
- Be required to arrange a medical flight waiver in advance
- Request an alternative screening method such as a pat-down (Correct answer)
- Travel only on TSA-designated accessible flights
- Be required to transfer to a standard airport wheelchair before screening
Correct answer: Request an alternative screening method such as a pat-down
TSA provides alternative screening options including a pat-down for passengers with mobility aids or disabilities who are unable to go through standard screening equipment.
TSA Prohibited Items and Baggage Policies 2
Which of the following items must be removed from carry-on bags and placed separately in a screening bin at the TSA checkpoint?