What size pocket knife will TSA allow?

What size pocket knife will TSA allow?

What if the knife is shorter than 2.36 inches? Knives are no longer allowed even if they are shorter than 2.36 inches. Can I bring a pocket knife on a plane? You can only bring a pocket knife in your checked baggage.

Will TSA confiscate a pocket knife?

Essentially, it boils down to this: if it’s sharp and useful, you’re not allowed to bring it with you on a plane. At the very least, trying to bring a knife through a TSA security checkpoint will get that knife confiscated.

Can you bring a knife on a plane in luggage?

Checked Bags: Yes Except for plastic or round bladed butter knives. Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors. For more prohibited items, please go to the ‘What Can I Bring?’

What happens if TSA finds a pocket knife?

If caught with carry-on contraband, the unwary usually have four options besides surrendering it: Put it in a checked bag, give it to a relative or friend who’s seeing you off, take it back to the car, or ship it home.