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Hair curlers – Hydro-carbon

 
Carry-on bag
Checked-in luggage
Hair curlers – Hydro-carbon
 
 

Can I take this item on a plane?

You can take electric powered hair curlers that use mains power, i.e. they have a plug attached, they are not restricted, but hydrocarbon gas powered hair curlers are restricted.

What are the restrictions?

  • You must not use hair curlers during the flight
  • You are allowed only one hydrocarbon gas powered hair curler per passenger
  • A safety cover must be fitted over the heating element
  • You are not allowed spare hydrocarbon gas cylinder refills

Why is this item restricted?

All cylinders containing pressurised gas present a risk of exploding. It is not safe to take larger cylinders onto the plane.

What happens if I have a restricted item in my carry-on bag?

You will be asked to relinquish all dangerous or prohibited items found in your carry-on luggage. If you refuse:

  • you will not be permitted to move through the screening point, and
  • your airline will be advised of your refusal.

How does Aviation Security screen for restricted items?

AvSec X-ray bags going onto aircraft to ensure there is nothing dangerous in them.

  • Checked luggage - if something comes up on the X-ray that needs investigating, the bag will be opened, searched and any dangerous good or prohibited item will be removed, with a bag search notification form left within the bag.
  • Carry-on - if something comes up on the X-ray that needs investigating an AvSec Officer will request a bag search, and the bag will be opened and searched in your presence. If any dangerous goods or prohibited items are found, you will be asked to relinquish them.  If you refuse:
    • you will not be permitted to move through the screening point, and
    • your airline will be advised of your refusal

What if my items are removed?

For more information, see Retrieving your removed items.

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