I know that in the past it was okay, but what about now? Yarn okay too?
2006-08-17 17:37:28 · 8 answers · asked by Myra 4 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Aircraft
I doubt it.....you could really hurt someone with those things
2006-08-17 17:43:16 · answer #1 · answered by sudbury girl 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Transporting Knitting Needles & Needlepoint
Knitting needles are permitted in your carry-on baggage or checked baggage. However, there is a possibility that the needles can be perceived as a possible weapon by one of our Security Officers. Our Security Officers have the authority to determine if an item could be used as a weapon and may not allow said item to pass through security. We recommend the following when bring knitting needles on an airplane:
Circular knitting needles are recommended to be less than 31 inches in total length
We recommend that the needles be made of bamboo or plastic (Not Metal)
Scissors must have blunt points
In case a Security Officer does not allow your knitting tools through security it is recommended that you carry a self addressed envelope so that you can mail your tools back to yourself as opposed to surrendering them at the security check point.
As a precautionary measure we recommend that you carry a crochet hook with yarn to save the work you have already done in case your knitting tools are surrendered at the checkpoint
Most of the items needed to pursue a Needlepoint project are permitted in your carry-on baggage or checked baggage with the exception of circular thread cutters or any cutter with a blade contained inside. These items cannot be taken through a security checkpoint. They must go in your checked baggage
2006-08-17 19:30:24 · answer #2 · answered by cherokeeflyer 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In general, knitting needles and yarn are allowed on US carriers. Here is the information from the TSA:
http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/assistant/editorial_1252.shtm
However, what is allowed through the screening area is up to the TSA agent working at the time, so it is possible that you will not be allowed to take your needles on board.
Also, the TSA regulations are for US carriers only. International flights and carriers may have different restrictions.
2006-08-18 03:29:05 · answer #3 · answered by bogiebogie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i dont think they will allow wooden knitting needles in flight even if they do so they will ask you some rather irritating questions on why and where and who...and there will be a new security officer who reads facial impressions and if you are clear with him then it a go or there will be a huge bin where they throw all the not permitted stuffs...IS IT necessary to carry wooden needles in flight??? better still... after you land to your destination.. go get yourself a pair of new needles from a near by shop..
2006-08-17 20:07:58 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually, Knitting and Crochet Needles are listed as avaliable to be carried on or checked, meaning they are okay.
2006-08-17 19:18:42 · answer #5 · answered by Eric 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've never tried knitting on a plane, but I have seen it done. I would suggest you call the airline or airport and check. I just take a book or CD's
2006-08-17 17:44:15 · answer #6 · answered by Yarn Junkie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i doubt it now because of everything... so i would put it on your luggage that you are checking because there is a chance they might just throw it away your knitting needles...
2006-08-17 17:44:01 · answer #7 · answered by Rubyx 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm nos sure, but i would just put it in the carry on just to be safe.
good luck.
2006-08-18 20:59:35 · answer #8 · answered by john 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋