TSO Prohibited Items Identification 5

Question 1

A passenger is carrying a CPAP machine. What is the TSA policy regarding this device at the checkpoint?

Accepted Answer

It is allowed in carry-on and must be removed from the bag for X-ray screening

Answer

It must always be checked; CPAP machines are too large for carry-on

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It can remain in the bag during X-ray if placed separately from other items

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It requires a physician's note to pass through security

Question 2

Which of the following is the correct rule for transporting alcohol with over 70% ABV (140 proof)?

Accepted Answer

Prohibited in both carry-on and checked baggage

Answer

Allowed in checked baggage in quantities up to 5 liters per passenger

Answer

Allowed in carry-on if under 3.4 oz

Answer

Allowed in checked baggage in any quantity if commercially sealed

Question 3

A passenger presents a walking cane with a concealed sword inside. How should this be handled?

Accepted Answer

Prohibit the entire item; concealed blades are not permitted regardless of the outer casing

Answer

Allow the cane since medical mobility devices are exempt from screening

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Prohibit only the blade portion and allow the cane shell

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Allow it if the passenger has a disability and cannot walk without it

Question 4

Which of the following is TRUE regarding gel shoe insoles at the TSA checkpoint?

Accepted Answer

Gel insoles remain in shoes and are screened with the shoe X-ray

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Gel insoles must be removed from shoes and screened separately

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Gel insoles are prohibited because gel exceeds 3.4 oz

Answer

Gel insoles must be declared and placed in a quart-sized bag

Question 5

What is the maximum number of lithium-ion spare batteries between 100Wh and 160Wh a passenger may carry in carry-on baggage?

Accepted Answer

Up to 2 batteries with airline approval

Answer

No limit, any number is permitted

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Up to 5 batteries with airline approval

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None; batteries over 100Wh are prohibited

Question 6

A passenger attempts to bring a self-defense keychain (brass knuckles) in their carry-on. What is the correct ruling?

Accepted Answer

Prohibited; brass knuckles are a prohibited weapon in carry-on and checked baggage in many jurisdictions

Answer

Permitted if under 7 inches in length

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Permitted since it is a keychain accessory

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Permitted in checked baggage only

Question 7

Which of the following scenarios correctly describes a prohibited item that is ALLOWED in checked baggage but NOT carry-on?

Accepted Answer

Baseball bat

Answer

Rechargeable lithium power bank (20,000 mAh)

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E-cigarette with lithium battery

Answer

Loose lithium spare battery (100Wh)