“This particular case was difficult to overlook,” the TSA stated in a post describing the event on their official Facebook page.
NEED TO KNOW
- A traveler attempting to pass through security at Pensacola International Airport in Florida had a fuel-containing camping stove in their carry-on luggage.
- This week, TSA playfully addressed the issue in a Facebook post, cautioning all passengers that cooktops equipped with connected propane tanks are prohibited past the security checkpoint.
- “Camp stoves are allowed in carry-on or checked bags only if they are empty of all fuel and cleaned so that no fuel vapors or residue remain,” according to TSA guidelines
The TSA released a public service announcement following an incident where a traveler attempted to sneak a fuel-filled camping stove through security.
The
Transportation Security Administration
made light of the incident in a post shared on its
official Facebook page
On Wednesday, June 11, the courteous notification outlined an incident where a traveler attempted to bring a culinary appliance in their carry-on luggage when passing through Pensacola International Airport (PNS).
“Pay attention, everyone. We understand how much you enjoy watching cooking programs, just like us. However, it’s important to remember that no professional chef should try to bring a stove connected to a propane tank in their carry-on luggage when going through airport security,” the TSA stated in their social media post.
The agency praised the team operating at PNS for identifying the stove as it passed through regular checkpoint security on Monday, June 9.
“This particular case was difficult to overlook, however, kudos to our team at Pensacola International Airport (PNS) for identifying this during routine checkpoint screenings on Monday and informing the traveler about our rules regarding restricted items,” TSA stated in the post.
“The passenger mentioned that they were unaware stoves and propane tanks aren’t allowed on airplanes, so consider this a valuable lesson for all… Propane tanks should never be placed in either your carry-on luggage or your checked bags,” the post went on to say.
The image shared in the post featured a red camping stove found by the TSA team. While camp stoves are permitted on aircraft, they must adhere to specific TSA regulations that strictly forbid including any form of fuel.
“Camping stoves may be included in carry-on or checked luggage provided they are completely free from fuel and have been thoroughly cleaned to eliminate any traces of fuel vapor or residues. It’s advised to secure and separate wires, and pack contents into individual bags for easier inspection by security personnel,” as stated.
statement
on TSA’s website reads.
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In the comments section, people made jokes about the passenger attempting to get the kitchen gadget past security.
“A Facebook user posted about the next season of 24 in 24: Last ChefStanding. They mentioned Challenge 15 out of 24, focusing on preparing ‘Business Class’ meals,” was how another person described it.
“The meals I cook using that small stove taste far superior to airplane cuisine,” noted another user.
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