Beware! These 10 Items Could Get You a $17,000 Fine From the TSA – Travelers From Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts Take Note

It may be hard for some people to believe, but it has been 25 years since the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

For the last quarter century anyone wanting to fly on a commercial airliner has had to pass through security checkpoints manned by TSA agents.  Believe it or not, there is an entire generation that does not remember a time when there were not lengthy screening processes and strict restrictions on what you could not bring onto an aircraft.

Even though we have had over two decades of dealing with the regulations of the TSA, there are some people who still fail to check their luggage and carry-ons for restricted items before trying to board a flight.

The really wild part is that having these items may not just lead to you being prevented from boarding the flight or you being detained for questioning.  According to a USA Today article, having these items could also lead to a $17,000 fine.  That’s per each offense!

In most cases, the items you are not allowed to bring on a flight are obvious.  Firearms, knives, explosives, items meant to start fires, etc.

However, there are some banned items that may come as a surprise to you.

While you can check out an entire list of banned items here, these are 10 of the more unique restricted items.

• Cordless curling irons - banned in checked baggage
• Bowling balls - banned in carry-ons
• Cast iron cookware - banned in carry-ons
• Corkscrews with a blade - banned in carry-ons
• Electronic cigarettes and vaping devices - banned in checked luggage
• Foam toy sword - banned in carry-ons
• Gel-type candles - banned in carry-ons
• Samsung Galaxy Note 7 phones - banned in carry-ons and checked luggage
• Screwdrivers longer than seven inches - banned in carry-ons
• Snow globes - banned in carry-ons if they contain over 3.4-ounces of liquid

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