You can take scissors on a plane, but there are important size restrictions depending on whether the scissors are in your carry-on or checked luggage:
- For carry-on bags, scissors are generally allowed if the blade length does not exceed 4 inches (10 cm) from the pivot point to the tip. This is the TSA limit in the U.S. and is similar in other countries like Canada and the UK, which allow blades up to about 6 cm for carry-ons.
- Scissors with blades longer than this limit must be packed in checked luggage.
- Scissors with rounded tips or blunt ends are often allowed in carry-ons even if the blade length is slightly longer.
- Security officers may perform additional inspection of scissors during screening.
- It is recommended to check with the airline for any additional restrictions.
In summary, yes, scissors can be taken on a plane, but only small scissors under around 4 inches in the carry-on. Larger scissors must go in checked bags for safety reasons.
