Most Americans flew across the US in 2024.
Although travelers often participate in Transportation Security Administration (TSA) restrictions while checking their bags, some may forget or attempt to tamper with items through the airport check-in process. the plane.
The TSA shared a video with a press release showing some of the “best photos” taken last year.
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A Turn off the speaker told Fox News Digital that the news is “a good example of the kinds of things that are banned.”
“They also represent the types of things that cause delays at checkpoints,” the spokesman said.
The Transportation Security Administration has released a “top view” of prohibited items found by agents in 2024. (iStock)
At Newark International Airport, a Mississippi man was arrested by the police after trying to take off with a 9mm handgun hidden in a Lego box, according to TSA officials.
The frame of the gun was found in the bottom of the boot under a sock that had been put on in an attempt to hide it.
“The slide, spring and gun magazine are loaded 12 bullets were found mixed in among the plastic pieces of the Black Panther LEGO set,” the release said.
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In North Carolina, agents at the Asheville Regional Airport discovered marijuana inside a peanut butter container, TSA announced on Instagram on March 1.
And in February, I Chicago Midway At the International Airport, a passenger tried to hide a vape pen in a tube of toothpaste.
The TSA shared their findings on their Instagram page, writing, “9 out of 10 dentists do not recommend.”
“Looks like they wanted to add a dash of minty-coolness to their travel experience. What do we think? Trying to hide things is a sure way to find yourself in a paste-y situation,” the statement read it.
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In November, a passenger flying out of William B. Hobby International Airport on Houston the gun was hidden in the back pocket of the baby's stroller.
“Houston Airport, we definitely have a problem…” TSA wrote on Instagram.
A man flying from Miami tried to catch live snakes in his pants as he approached a security checkpoint in April 2024. (TSA)
TSA at Miami International Airport saw a strange incident in late April when a man tried to sneak in. living snakes for protection by hiding them in his pants.
“Transportation Security officers at airport checkpoints are actually able to stop (restricted items) from entering the secure side of the airport and into the passenger cabins of commercial airliners,” said a TSA spokesperson. .
TSA tips for getting through security checkpoints
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No shots were fired
Firearms must be in checked baggage and “properly packed and declared safe.” the plane when someone comes in, that means they're taken down, and put in a locked, hard-sided bag.”
Leave all prohibited items at home
Passengers can check the “What Can I Bring?” link to the TSA website if they are unsure.
Catches range from live snakes to a gun disassembled from a Lego box. (iStock)
Prepare for the security checkpoint
Leaflets should having a valid ID card readily available with electronic devices such as phone from pockets and placed in bins.
Passengers must follow the “3-1-1 rule of 3.4 ounces or less per item and items must be placed in a quarter-sized bag, one bag per passenger.”
Passengers can also enroll in “TSA PreCheck,” which expedites screening for eligible flights at participating airports.
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'Help is available'
Airlines can get help by contacting TSA social media accounts or calling the TSA contact center at 866-289-9673.