THE Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has cleared up the confusion around a popular carry-on item.
The agency broke down the guidelines for passengers wishing to travel with razors.
There are different rules depending on what type of razor you’re travelling with[/caption]
On X they stated that disposable razors were allowed to stored in carry-on luggage, but straight razors needed to go in checked bags.
The TSA also advised travelers to check the “What Can I Bring?” tool on its website.
After simply typing in the item in the box at the top of the page, users will be given detailed instructions on the travel regulations.
This comes after the TSA issued a nationwide call for bold, high-tech solutions to make airport security faster, smarter, and safer.
The TSA put out the call on Friday in Washington via a post on SAM.gov.
The agency is urging companies to put forward ready-to-use solutions that blend cutting-edge technology with streamlined checkpoint design.
These solutions should aim to cut down wait times, improve passenger flow, and strengthen aviation security – all while delivering a smoother experience for travellers.
“TSA is constantly looking for innovative private sector solutions to enhance security and improve the passenger experience at TSA checkpoints,” said TSA Acting Administrator Ha Nguyen McNeill.
Among the goals set out in the RFI, TSA is keen to see ideas that use artificial intelligence for threat detection, offer remote screening abilities, and make better use of robotics and automation.
These would not only support TSA officers but also help the agency manage staffing challenges and surge events with greater flexibility.
The latest push builds on recent changes announced by Homeland Security Secretary Noem, including the scrapping of the shoe-removal rule – a long-standing point of frustration for many flyers.
Officials say it’s a sign of a new era of smarter travel security.
The TSA added: “Submissions must meet TSA’s high security standards while improving efficiency, reducing wait times, and promoting operational excellence.”
Technology must also be able to securely and efficiently connect with the TSA Cloud, using open data standards that support scalable, real-time communication.
This ensures all systems are not only innovative but also compatible and secure.
The initiative is part of the TSA’s broader Screening Partnership Program, which allows private screening companies to operate under TSA supervision at participating airports.
The hope is that by involving the private sector more directly, the future of airport screening can be both more secure and less stressful.
Companies and organisations interested in taking part must submit their ideas by August 1.
Full details on how to get involved can be found on the U.S. General Services Administration website at SAM.gov.
With air travel expected to surge in the coming years, TSA says now is the time for a “game-changing” leap forward – and it’s inviting innovators to be a part of it.
Straight razors must be packed in checked-in luggage[/caption]
Disposable razors are fine to pack in carry-on bags[/caption]
