Many Americans flew through the United States in 2024.
While travelers tend to keep TSA restrictions in mind while packing their bags, some may forget or even try to sneak items during the airport screening process.
The TSA shared a video and press release showcasing some of the “best catches” seized over the past year.
A TSA spokesperson Fox News Digital said the content “is a great example of the types of items that are prohibited.”
“It also represents the types of items that cause delays at checkpoints,” the spokesperson said.
The Transportation Security Administration has released a “top catch” of prohibited items found by agents in 2024. (Istock)
At Newark International Airport, a man from Mississippi was arrested By the police after attempting to fly with a disassembled 9mm firearm hidden in a Lego box, according to TSA officials.
The frame of the gun was found at the bottom of the shoe underneath a stuffed sock in an attempt to hide it.
“The rifle's slide, spring and rifle magazine are loaded with 12 bullets “It was discovered mixed in among the plastic pieces of the Black Panther LEGO set.”
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In North Carolina, agents at Asheville Regional Airport discovered marijuana hidden inside an airport Peanut butter container, the TSA announced on Instagram on March 1.
And in February in Chicago Midway At the international airport, a passenger tried to hide a vape pen inside a toothpaste tube.
The TSA shared the discovery on its Instagram page, captioning the post, “9 out of 10 dentists I do not recommend.”
“It looks like they wanted to add a touch of calm to their travel experience. What do you think? Trying to hide items is a sure way to put yourself in a difficult situation,” the post read.
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In November, a passenger departed from William P. Hobby International Airport in… Houston He had a gun hidden in the back pocket of the stroller.
“Houston Airport, we definitely have a problem…” the TSA wrote on Instagram.
A man traveling from Miami tried to stuff live snakes into his pants as he approached a security checkpoint in April 2024. (TSA)
The Transportation Security Administration at Miami International Airport witnessed a strange incident in late April when a man attempted to sneak out Live snakes He got through security by hiding them in his pants.
“Transportation security officers at airport checkpoints are really good at preventing (prohibited items) from entering the secure side of airports and into the passenger cabins of commercial airplanes,” a TSA spokesperson said.
TSA tips for crossing security checkpoints
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No firearms in carry-on luggage
Firearms must be in checked baggage and be “properly packed and declared.” Airline company When you check in, which means unpacked and in a locked, hard-sided box.”
Leave all prohibited items at home
Travelers can check the “What can I bring?” section. The link is on the TSA website if they're not sure.
The catches range from live snakes to a gun hidden in a Lego box. (Istock)
Prepare for the security checkpoint
Should flyers Have a valid ID readily available With electronics Like taking the phone out of pockets and putting it in boxes.
Travelers must follow the “3-1-1 rule of 3.4 ounces or less per item and items must be placed in a quart-sized bag, one bag per passenger.”
Travelers can also enroll in the “TSA PreCheck” program, which expedites screening processes for eligible travelers at participating airports.
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“Help is available”
Travelers can get live assistance by reaching out to TSA's social media accounts or calling the TSA Contact Center at 866-289-9673.
