Rules and regulations

[sophinisba]

Is it okay to take knitting needles on a plane flying within the US these days?

ETA: The official answer is yes, but I think I might put them in my checked bag just to avoid any kind of hassle.

Comments

[ladysunrope.livejournal.com]

Depends which country and which airline. Its best to check airline websites.
From personal experience circular needles get less notice than straights but still better to check.

[sophinisba]

Thank you, I meant to specify that, US Airways within the US. I will edit the post and then go look at the airline's site.

[claudia603.livejournal.com]

By the way, it's supposed to be in the upper 70's this weekend! (alas, it may not be very sunny though -- I think there's supposed to be on and off rain).

[sophinisba]

That sounds fantastic omg. It hasn't been too terribly cold here either but where you are will be much nicer.

[aprilkat.livejournal.com]

According to the PDF file the TSA issued, you can carry on knitting needles... http://www.tsa.gov/assets/pdf/prohibited-and-permitted-items.pdf

Have fun!

I was reading tips from last year when the airlines varied, and one knitter said she carried her least-favorite needles and kept them separate from the knitting in case they were taken from her.

[sophinisba]

Thank you for that. I can't decide whether I should take them in my carry-on to keep from being bored on the flight, or leave them in my checked bag and avoid extra stress going through security. :)