If you are planning a flight soon, you should of course also think about your luggage. In addition to the height and weight requirements, there are also some other guidelines to keep in mind. Find out what you shouldn’t put in your suitcase when flying to ensure a safe and pleasant trip.
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What can’t be put in your suitcase when flying?
When packing your suitcase, you should think carefully about what you want to take with you. You’re probably familiar with most of the carry-on baggage restrictions, but there are certain items that are prohibited even in checked suitcases for safety reasons. Get information about this to ensure a hassle-free journey through airport security.
What is not allowed in hand luggage?
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You often only travel with hand luggage. We all know the signs at airports warning us not to carry liquids in containers larger than 100ml, as well as sharp and flammable objects in hand luggage. But there are also some forbidden things that we are not allowed to take with us on board. These include:
Weapons and weapon-like objects including toys, scissors, knives, nail files (longer than 6 cm) and razor blades, pyrotechnics, chemical, toxic and explosive substances, flammable substances, golf clubs, ski and hiking poles
It is better to leave these items at home
Although you are allowed to pack several items in your checked baggage, there are some that are generally prohibited for safety reasons.
You are allowed to transport food, drinks and other liquids in your suitcase, but please note that special regulations apply to food of animal origin. It is therefore advisable to find out about the customs regulations of each country in advance.
Furthermore, devices with lithium batteries are only allowed in hand luggage. You are also not allowed to take explosives and incendiary materials or explosives and incendiary devices with you in your suitcase. Avoid batteries and power banks (these are allowed in hand luggage), lighters, matches, e-cigarettes, flammable substances, fireworks, devices with combustion engines, mercury thermometers or barometers.
However, some things are allowed in your suitcase, but you should remember that you should have them on hand and packed in your hand luggage. You should take everything important and valuable such as medication, passports and travel documents, jewelry, money, cameras and all kinds of electronics with you on board. Last but not least, think about the items with emotional value, such as: B. Family photos and children’s stuffed toys, because although it is rare, it can sometimes happen that your suitcase gets lost.
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