Peut-on apporter Box Cutter / Utility Knife en avion ?
Non — box cutter est interdit en bagage cabine aux contrôles de sûreté. Cabin: never, blade in or out.
- · Cabin: never, blade in or out
- · Checked: allowed, sheathed or securely wrapped
- · Loose replacement blades: checked only
- · Knives legal everywhere on the ground still cannot fly in the cabin
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Règles par autorité de sécurité
Rules by security authority
United States — TSA
Cabine :
NON
No — box cutters and utility knives are prohibited in the cabin, with or without the blade installed.
Soute :
OUI
Yes — sheathe or wrap the blade securely so baggage handlers and inspectors cannot be cut.
Flying internationally? Security follows the country you depart from — the authority above applies at your departure airport. Customs at arrival is separate.
Comment emballer box cutter / utility knife
Bagage de cabine: No — box cutters and utility knives are prohibited in the cabin, with or without the blade installed.
Bagage en soute: Yes — sheathe or wrap the blade securely so baggage handlers and inspectors cannot be cut.
L’agent de contrôle a toujours le dernier mot pour décider si un article est autorisé.
Foire aux questions
Frequently asked questions
Can you bring a Box Cutter in a carry-on?
No — box cutters and utility knives are prohibited in the cabin, with or without the blade installed.
Can you pack a Box Cutter in checked luggage?
Yes — sheathe or wrap the blade securely so baggage handlers and inspectors cannot be cut.
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