TRAVELERS have been issued an airport baggage warning about a certain item that will trigger a safety procedure.
The warning about the little-known problem was issued by an airport baggage handler.
A baggage handler has shared why you should never pack this one unusual item if you are flying (stock)[/caption]
Packing restricted or banned items can lead to delays, missed flights, and even lost luggage (stock)[/caption]
It comes as thousands continue to jet off for their summer vacations.
This summer, the TSA has already highlighted the risks of packing a popular sports item and wearing certain clothing to the airport.
But there is also a food item you should never try to bring onto a plane.
Baggage Handler John from Dublin Airport explained to RSVP Live the unusual reason why packing marzipan is a big no-no.
Marzipan is a sweet product primarily made from almonds and sugar.
“Don’t ever pack marzipan in your luggage,” John said.
“It has the same density as some explosives, so your bag will be removed and you’ll be called from the plane for a bag search.”
While it will not be an issue for small products containing marzipan such as individual cakes or candy, its density as a block can range between 8 and 11 ouncers per cup.
When this dense item is detected by security screens, it is similar to how some explosives show up.
For this reason, the rule is for all baggage, not just in your carry-on.
“If the bag can’t be scanned automatically, it can end up in manual processing,” John added.
This “could mean your bag doesn’t make it to the flight.”
It’s not just marzipan that is the only banned food item from luggage.
Half-eaten fruit like apples have previously caused concern and triggered minor delays.
Foods that are banned and allowed on flights
THERE are strict rules travelers have to follow when going through airport security checkpoints when it comes to food and drink.
Food and drinks that can be carried in both carry-on and checked in luggage:
- Baby food
- Bread
- Candy
- Cereal
- Cheese
- Chocolate (solid)
- Coffee
- Cooked meats
- Cookies
- Crackers
- Dried fruits
- Fresh eggs
- Gum
- Nuts
- Pies and cakes
- Pizza
- Protein powders
- Salt
- Sandwiches
- Snack bars
- Snacks
- Solid Foods
- Dry Spices
- Tea
Some foods and drinks must follow special instructions
- Travelers can carry baby formula products that weigh more than 3.4 ounces.
- Travelers cannot carry more than 3.4 ounces or 100ml of water in their carry-on luggage. This rule applies to other drinks and liquid products such as coffee and gravy.
- Canned foods must follow the 3-1-1 rule.
- Liquid chocolate products cannot weigh more than 3.4 ounces.
- Travelers might be asked to store cream cheese items in different bags ahead of being scanned.
- Travelers heading to the US from Hawaii cannot carry fresh fruit in their hand luggage.
Banned food and drink
- Alcoholic beverages over 140 proof
Source: TSA
Any food carried in hand luggage for the cabin of the plane must be wrapped up and identifiable.
And of course, food products containing liquids like canned goods are not allowed in carry on due to liquid restrictions.
The agency has full details of their restrictions and rules on their website regarding what food is allowed, what is restricted to cabin bags, and what is banned entirely.
Last month the TSA even made a rare announcement confirming the rules about a popular snack from a specific US city.
Earlier this year travel rules changed allowing 11 new items through the security line.
Meanwhile, an ambiguous security line rule has been cleared up, saving many travelers some hassle.
Travelers are advised to read up on the latest TSA rules before heading to the airport to avoid delays and safety issues (Stock)[/caption]
