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Originally Posted by tsadude

There has been some issues lately of carrying human remains through the check point. I would advise you to put the remains in your checked luggage. The box should be identified by placing it in another box or plastic bag and labeled again as to the contents. I would inform the ticket agents about the box while you are checking in.

I would (and did) NOT check it. See http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/showt...eferrerid=2627 which has a link to the TSA official statement.

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Originally Posted by TSAMGR

Now all of the TSA people here gave the person respect at their question and provided an answer. The FF posters here were disrespectful to a sensitive question by using any reason to bash a person or group.

I completely agree!! Those were uncalled for posts.

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Originally Posted by HeHateY

I just hope that the TSA'holes don't dump the contents of the box on to the table, or into the dispode bin with the knitting needles and nail clippers and butane lighters.

:(

Why was this remark called for? There was no reason for this.

Official TSA Policy on Cremation Remains

Getting back on topic, here is the official TSA policy on cremation remains:

"Travelers & Consumers

Transporting Special Items

Transporting the Deceased

Crematory Containers

You have two options for carrying a crematory container with you on your flights:

Carry-on: You are allowed to carry-on a crematory container, but it must pass through the x-ray machine. If the container is made of a material that prevents the screener from clearly being able to see what is inside, then the container will not be allowed through the security checkpoint.

Checked Baggage: You may transport the urn as checked baggage provided that it is successfully screened. TSA will screen the urn for explosive materials/devices using a variety of techniques; if cleared, it will be permitted as checked baggage only.

Please note the following additional information:

Out of respect for the deceased, the screener may not open the container under any circumstance.

Crematory Container Materials: Crematory containers are made from many different types of materials, all with varying thickness. At present, TSA cannot state for certain whether your particular crematory container can successfully pass through an x-ray machine. However, TSA suggests that you purchase a temporary or permanent crematory container made of a lighter weight material such as wood or plastic that can be successfully x-rayed. The TSA will continue to work with funeral home associations to provide additional guidance in the future.

Please check with your air carrier about other restrictions that may apply.

Air Transportation of Deceased - Other methods (e.g. coffins)

Please check with air carrier to determine their policies and procedures"

It also definitely helps to keep the certificate of death with you as you go through the checkpoint, just in case additional proof is needed. Best of luck!

There is an article on this in todays (May 18) Wall Stree Journal, page B1. It also refers to a company called Renaissance Urn Co. that makes X-ray friendly plastic urn covers.
ALso says that any urn must be able to be x-rayed (so can not be made out of metal or lead lined ceramic - use wood or plastic).

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Originally Posted by omascreener

Why was this remark called for? There was no reason for this.

"But we need to be certain what is in there, sir. Think of the children!"

:rolleyes:

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Originally Posted by lisamcgu

Please note the following additional information:

Out of respect for the deceased, the screener may not open the container under any circumstance.

Thanks TSA! You just showed us all a loophole in how to get a box full of "cremations" through your usless security!!!

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Originally Posted by HeHateY

Thanks TSA! You just showed us all a loophole in how to get a box full of "cremations" through your usless security!!!

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I don't see a loophole the remains and container still have to go through the x-ray and are still subject to etd testing and if your checking it in it will be screened for explosives. If the container is made of a material that can't be penetrated by x-rays its not going into the cabin.