Can I take this item on a plane?
Swords are not permitted in carry-on bag, but some swords may be carried in your checked-in luggage.
What are the restrictions?
- Some swords may be carried in checked in luggage.
- If you intend to travel with a sword contact your airline for advice.
- Sword sticks are strictly prohibited.
Why is this item restricted?
These items are weapons and can 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.
