Engine-powered equipment with residual fuel (e.g., chainsaws, generators, trimmers, etc.) is not allowed in carry-on or checked bags. No amount of fuel may remain in the engine, including residual vapors.
Use a carrying case, bar cover, or wrap the chain to prevent injuries or damage from contact with the chain. Tie down and secure the chainsaw, accessories, fuel containers, and carrying case during transportation to prevent them from moving.
Tools 7 inches or shorter may be allowed in carry-on baggage. Power tools and all other tools greater than 7 inches must be packed in your checked baggage. For more prohibited items, please go to the 'What Can I Bring?'
Power tools must be packed in checked bags, including drills and drill bits. Power tools with installed batteries must be packed in checked bags. Batteries installed in devices must be protected from accidental activation.
Checked Bags: Yes
Including cordless portable power saws. Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.
While the law doesn't specifically restrict folding saws, it's wise to ensure that any saw you carry is linked to your activity (such as cutting wood for shelter-building or firewood) and not casually accessible. Much like knives and axes, context matters here.
Certain liquids, gels, and aerosols over 3.4 ounces. Sharp objects such as knives or scissors. Flammable items like lighters, matches, or lighter fluid. Firearms and ammunition.
Portable electronic devices powered by lithium batteries that are placed in checked baggage must be completely switched off (not in sleep or hibernation mode) and protected to prevent unintentional activation or damage.
Multi-tools
In general, you are prohibited from traveling with sharp objects in your carry-on bags. Multi-tools (multipurpose tools) with knives of any length are prohibited. Please pack these items in your checked bags. Multi-tools (multipurpose tools) with scissors less than 4 inches may be placed in carry-on bags.
Li-Ion batteries have become the industry-standard energy source for cordless power tools. There are numerous beneficial reasons for this – with an accompanying need for safe handling (see PTI's industry topic, “Safe Handling and Use of Li-Ion Batteries for Power Tools”).
Legal Considerations When Bringing Hammers on Planes
Remember, hammers can't come in your hand luggage. You have to check them in, and even then, there are rules. Drill down into those regulations if you're packing a tool for breaking windows on a plane.
Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine.
Tools 7 inches or shorter (measured from end to end when assembled) are allowed in carry-on baggage.
- Do not cut with the tip of the chainsaw. - Do not work alone. - Do not cut with the chainsaw above your waist. - Use a sharp chain.
For devices with installed batteries, such as power tools, you can bring them in both checked baggage or carry-on luggage.
You are allowed to bring a quart-sized bag of liquids, aerosols, gels, creams and pastes through the checkpoint. These are limited to 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less per item. This is also known as the 3-1-1 liquids rule.
The No Fly List is a small subset of the U.S. government Terrorist Screening Database (also known as the terrorist watchlist) that contains the identity information of known or suspected terrorists. This database is maintained by the FBI's Terrorist Screening Center.
Spare larger lithium-ion batteries and power banks (101-160 Wh) are forbidden in checked baggage.
Prohibited items in Cabin Baggage:
Weapons such as whips, nan-chakus, baton, or stun gun. Electronic devices which cannot be switched off. Aerosols and liquids* Any other items which are deemed security hazards by local law.
How can I identify what products have Li-ion batteries in them? The battery or device may list its chemistry on the battery's case, instruction manuals, or product markings. There may also be symbols or icons that state the chemistry or the chasing arrow symbol with the words “Li-ion” below it.
Firearms, ammunition, and fireworks are prohibited, as are all knives and safety razors (including pocket knives and Swiss Army knives). Straight razors and replacement blades for straight razors are also not allowed. Most tools also cannot be packed in carry-on luggage, as they have the potential to cause harm.
Each passenger is limited to one quart-size bag of liquids, gels and aerosols. Common travel items that must comply with the 3-1-1 liquids rule include toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, mouthwash and lotion.
We recommend packing all liquids, gels, and aerosols that are over 3.4 oz or 100 ml in your checked baggage, even if they are in a secure, tamper-evident bag. Liquids more than 3.4 oz or 100 ml not in a secure, tamper-evident bag must be packed in checked baggage.