Quiz Can You Fly With That? By Rivan V. Stinson, Associate Online Editor | Kiplinger.com October 29, 2019 Getty Images Packing for vacation these days usually involves a bit of unpacking -- removing potentially dangerous items altogether and perhaps shifting other items from your carry-on to a checked bag before you go through the security checkpoint at the airport. We all know that liquids more than 3.4 ounces are a no-go for a carry-on, but what about more unusual items that you may wish to transport with you from one destination to the next? Every year, it seems like the Transportation Security Administration has a new item that’s banned from flight or a new screening procedure. Take our 10-question quiz to make sure you’re not headed for an unwanted showdown with TSA agents the next time you fly. Start Quiz Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 1 of 10 You switched to vaping as an alternative to cigarettes, and you carry your vape pen with you wherever you go. Now you're in line at the security checkpoint. Can you fly with that? No Yes -- however you want to carry it Yes, in a carry-on only Yes, in a checked bag only Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 1 of 10 You switched to vaping as an alternative to cigarettes, and you carry your vape pen with you wherever you go. Now you're in line at the security checkpoint. Can you fly with that? NoYes -- however you want to carry itYes, in a carry-on only Call it whatever you want -- vape pen, e-cigarette, atomizer -- but any electronic nicotine-delivery tool must accompany you in the aircraft cabin. Still, you can't actually use it on board. Yes, in a checked bag only Next Question Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 2 of 10 You're an avid hunter who goes to Elkfest in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. You see a pair of antlers you must bring home. Can you fly with that? No Yes -- however you want to carry it Yes, in a carry-on only Yes, in a checked bag only Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 2 of 10 You're an avid hunter who goes to Elkfest in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. You see a pair of antlers you must bring home. Can you fly with that? NoYes -- however you want to carry it The TSA won't stop you from bringing back a rack of antlers in either a carry-on or a checked bag. However, check with the airline to see if there's enough room to accommodate the antlers in the overhead bin or under your seat. Yes, in a carry-on onlyYes, in a checked bag only Next Question Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 3 of 10 As you wait in line at the security checkpoint, you realize you forgot to remove your can of mace from your purse. Can you fly with that? No Yes -- however you want to carry it Yes, in a carry-on only Yes, in a checked bag only Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 3 of 10 As you wait in line at the security checkpoint, you realize you forgot to remove your can of mace from your purse. Can you fly with that? NoYes -- however you want to carry itYes, in a carry-on onlyYes, in a checked bag only You can pack one 4-ounce mace can as long as it has a safety guard on it to prevent accidental use. Next Question Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 4 of 10 You and your young children flew across the country to visit the grandparents for the holidays. They bought a BB gun for your son as a gift for Christmas. Can you fly with that? No Yes -- however you want to carry it Yes, in a carry-on only Yes, in a checked bag only Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 4 of 10 You and your young children flew across the country to visit the grandparents for the holidays. They bought a BB gun for your son as a gift for Christmas. Can you fly with that? NoYes -- however you want to carry itYes, in a carry-on onlyYes, in a checked bag only The TSA won't bother with your BB gun as long as it stays in your checked luggage, but your airline might refuse it. Check with your airline to see if it allows firearms in checked luggage, and read the guidelines on how the firearm and ammunition should be packed. Next Question Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 5 of 10 You're a new mom traveling with your baby. You pack both formula and breast milk, in quantities greater than 3.4 ounces. Can you fly with that? No Yes -- however you want to carry it Yes, in a carry-on only Yes, in a checked-bag only Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 5 of 10 You're a new mom traveling with your baby. You pack both formula and breast milk, in quantities greater than 3.4 ounces. Can you fly with that? NoYes -- however you want to carry it Don't fret if you're a new mom. You can bring either formula or breast milk in quantities greater than the 3.4-oz limit in your carry-on or in your checked luggage. If you bring it in your carry-on, just let the TSA agent know before you and your bags go through screening. There's no radiation dange... Read more ˅ Don't fret if you're a new mom. You can bring either formula or breast milk in quantities greater than the 3.4-oz limit in your carry-on or in your checked luggage. If you bring it in your carry-on, just let the TSA agent know before you and your bags go through screening. There's no radiation danger to the milk, but TSA agents will screen it separately. You can also let the agent know if you don't want the milk or formula x-rayed or opened. Just be prepared for additional checks. Less ˄ Yes, in a carry-on onlyYes, in a checked-bag only Next Question Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 6 of 10 You keep a Swiss Army knife on your keychain. Can you fly with that? No Yes -- however you want to carry it Yes, in a carry-on only Yes, in a checked bag only Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 6 of 10 You keep a Swiss Army knife on your keychain. Can you fly with that? NoYes -- however you want to carry itYes, in a carry-on onlyYes, in a checked bag only A multi-tool device without a blade is fine in either your carry-on or a checked bag. But you may not carry on a Swiss Army knife. Next Question Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 7 of 10 You're an amateur pool player heading to a tournament. You have your own pool cue that breaks down into a small case. Can you fly with that? No Yes -- however you want to carry it Yes, in a carry-on only Yes, in a checked bag only Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 7 of 10 You're an amateur pool player heading to a tournament. You have your own pool cue that breaks down into a small case. Can you fly with that? NoYes -- however you want to carry itYes, in a carry-on onlyYes, in a checked bag only Even if the pool cue can be broken down, it must be in a checked bag. The same goes for a bow and arrow and lacrosse stick. However, you don't have to check a cane or a walker. Next Question Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 8 of 10 You travel to Colorado to visit a friend in Denver. And while there you buy recreational marijuana in the form of an edible. Recreational marijuana use was recently approved in your home state. Can you fly with that? No Yes -- however you want to carry it Yes, in a carry-on only Yes, in a checked bag only Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 8 of 10 You travel to Colorado to visit a friend in Denver. And while there you buy recreational marijuana in the form of an edible. Recreational marijuana use was recently approved in your home state. Can you fly with that? No It doesn't matter if both states have legalized marijuana for recreational use. An airport is considered under federal jurisdiction, so federal law applies: That edible is illegal. Don't fly with it. Yes -- however you want to carry itYes, in a carry-on onlyYes, in a checked bag only Next Question Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 9 of 10 Your son wants to take his drone on vacation, and, heck, that's fine by you if it'll keep him entertained. Can you fly with that? No Yes -- however you want to carry it Yes, in a carry-on only Yes, in a checked bag only Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 9 of 10 Your son wants to take his drone on vacation, and, heck, that's fine by you if it'll keep him entertained. Can you fly with that? NoYes -- however you want to carry it Just one catch: While the TSA allows drones in either carry-on bags or in your checked luggage, individual airlines may force you to check your drone. Double-check your airline's policy before you get to the security checkpoint. Yes, in a carry-on onlyYes, in a checked bag only Next Question Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 10 of 10 You bought a cool-looking sword on a whim at a flea market during your vacation. Now it's time to bring it home. Can you fly with that? No Yes -- however you want to carry it Yes, in a carry-on only Yes, in a checked bag only Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Question 10 of 10 You bought a cool-looking sword on a whim at a flea market during your vacation. Now it's time to bring it home. Can you fly with that? NoYes -- however you want to carry itYes, in a carry-on onlyYes, in a checked bag only That cool sword you bought for zombie apocalypse training doesn't have to be left where you bought it. It's allowed in a checked bag (regardless of airline), as long as it is sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury. See Results Quiz | Can You Fly With That? Results Next QuizCan You Spot the Counterfeit Product? 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