Guide

Standard flashlights are generally allowed in both carry-on and checked bags, though models with sharp self-defense features must go in checked luggage.

Yes, TSA permits flashlights in both carry‑on and checked bags, but tactical models with glass‑breaking tips or strike bezels may need to be checked, and spare lithium batteries are restricted to carry‑on only.

Yes, fishing reels are generally permitted in carry-on luggage by the TSA, provided they fit within your airline’s size restrictions (typically 22 x 14 x 9 inches) and are packed securely to avoid damage.

Yes, small, non-sharp fishing lures like flies and soft plastics are allowed in carry-on luggage, but sharp lures with exposed treble hooks must be sheathed and packed in checked bags.

Yes, small fishing lures without sharp exposed hooks can go in a carry-on, but sharp lures with exposed hooks must generally be packed in checked baggage.

Yes, small fishing hooks are generally allowed in carry-on bags, but large or sharp hooks should be sheathed, securely wrapped, and placed in checked luggage.

Small fishing hooks are generally allowed in carry-ons. Large or sharp hooks should be sheathed and packed in checked luggage.

Yes, standard 50ml Fireball shooters are allowed through TSA in carry-on bags as long as they fit inside a single quart-sized clear plastic bag.

Yes, you can bring a film camera through TSA in both carry-on and checked bags, but the TSA recommends placing undeveloped film and cameras containing undeveloped film in carry-on luggage to reduce the risk of damage from stronger X-ray machines.

Yes, fiber gummies are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags with no quantity limit since TSA classifies them as solid food rather than liquids or gels.