is it considered a personal item when boarding planes?
770882
I have carried it on six airplanes and they don't count it. It fits nicely in overhead bins or between the window and seat or on the floor if you want it close.
1682648
I'm pretty sure this would be able to be considered a personal item. I bet it would fit under the seat in front of you. Sadly I cannot find a dimension-specific description for the personal item, but I bet it will. As long as you don't over stuff it, or fill it with too many of the dividers, it should squish into that spot under the seat.
1841111
I have never flown with it, but I have escorted my (minor) son through TSA/security with it many times, and never had a problem. I am always approached at the gate by attendants ready to load it for me (until they find out I am escorting only), so I assume that means it's ok. :)
542309
It is designed to be a check in. You wouldn't need this kind of case for a carry on you would just use your regular case. Sometimes the airlines let them on and sometimes that don't!
1109982
I've used it several times as a carry on without any problems. Only once was I asked to check it right before I walked on the plane but only because the storage bins were all full. Flying out again in two weeks so I'm curious to see anything has changed as of dec 2nd.
649327
My husband actually took it on his last business trip as a carry-on, along with his laptop case. So, I'm guessing it would depend upon the individual airline's definition of a "personal item." I would think that as long as at least one if the two carry-on items can fit under the seat in front of you, you should be good to go. (He actually put the backpack in the overhead and kept Hus laptop case under the seat in front if him.) Hope this helps.
705930
Not having needed to take it with me on a plane I really don´t know. This being a small and light object I don´t see any problems taking it on board. However, the practice may vary from airline to airline, so I would contact the company in advance. I certainly wouldn´t accept carrying it in the luggage compartment, only with me in the passanger cabin!
1256931
Yes it is. It is compact and easy can be carried on or checked depending on the airline.
779367
According to the Transportation Security Administration, you can have one in your checked luggage, but NOT in your carryon bags. It is one of several "Martial Arts/Self Defense" items that are prohibited from carryon luggage.
437250
No. If you plan to travel with it, I recommend buying one... I am considering buying it myself
1432395
No, it is not. However you need to know that no one is allowed to open it outside of your presence, not even TSA personnel. You and you alone have the key. If you choose to place it in your luggage be sure to secure the included cable to the frame somehow. Otherwise send it as a separate item where it will have its own tracking label.
1498986
No. This just helps spot your bag so you can grab it before it passes at the baggage pick-up.
2032841
In point of fact, this case is fine for air travel. Just make sure it's locked and declare it with your airline at check-in.
1277329
NO, this is considered a self defense item and CAN NOT be carried through the TSA Check Point. If you do happen to have this in your pocket and TSA spot it, It could be jail time depending on the state your in. At very least it wont be allowed through and you have to check it in.https://apps.tsa.dhs.gov/mytsa/cib_results.aspx?search=kubaton
1277327
I honestly don't know if it is or not. I have flown with it. It's at your own risk.
6638
Definitely not. Because of the knife and the fire starter for sure. Now, you may get away with bringing it on board, but don't plan on it. If you want something for defense on a plane, keep a ball point pen and a sharpie marker.
1320526
A Leatherman may be put into your checked baggage. It cannot be carried into the passenger area of a plane.