Mobility aids - walking sticks and crutches

Carry-on bag

Checked-in luggage

Mobility aids - walking sticks and crutches

Can I take this item on a plane?

Mobility aids, such as walking sticks and crutches, are allowed in carry-on if they are to assist you with your mobility; and they are constructed of lightweight material.

What are the restrictions?

You may be requested to relinquish any mobility aid that you have as a carry-on item that:

Is not used to assist with your mobility, or
Could be used as a bludgeoning weapon.

Why is this item restricted?

This item is restricted only if it could be used as a bludgeoning weapon to cause harm to passengers and crew.

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.