Originally Posted by TSORon

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http://www.tsa.gov/traveler-informat...ohibited-items

Sharp Objects
Sporting Goods
Guns & Firearms
Tools
Martial Arts & Self Defense Items
Explosive & Flammable Materials, Disabling Chemicals & Other Dangerous Items

I’d say that most of those items are clearly a threat. TSA is not a prison, so we don’t really have a great deal of concern about passengers hanging themselves or garroting each other in the sterile area. Unless of course the beer has run out at the concession stand, then there may be some problems.

There is more about prohibited items at the link provided. Take a few minutes to read through it, you would be surprised how helpful it can be.