The Traveler's Blog 101 “To be or not to be bladed”

The Traveler's Blog 101 “To be or not to be bladed”

Is the corkscrew on a plane allowed or not?

What You Need to Know Before Traveling with Your Uncorked Companion

With more than 2.9 million American traveling by plane within the United States daily, the number of corkscrews confiscated by the TSA is in the thousands. Because of airlines' pricing policies for checked baggage, the waiting time to retrieve baggage after arrival, and the desire for fast and autonomous travel, more than 90% of voyagers go for carry-on rather than checked luggage. But then how can you travel with your "corkscrew" without having it confiscated by TSA agents at the airport?

TSA Rules for Domestic Travel:

The corkscrew is one of those objects on which travelers regularly wonder about the regulations it surrounds.

So, according to the U.S. TSA regulations, some corkscrews are allowed, but it depends on the type of corkscrew, with the key factor being whether the corkscrew has a blade or not. On this subject, the law is clear: if your corkscrew is equipped with a blade, regardless of its size, it must be unconditionally stored in a piece of luggage that will be checked. But, if you are lucky enough to have a quality corkscrew without a blade, then there is nothing to prevent it from being transported with you in the cabin. (But it's important to remember that, even if the TSA rules allow them, the final decision will still be up to the security guard at the checkpoint.) So, to avoid any surprises, it's best to check that your corkscrew complies with TSA guidelines before your trip. I also recommend that you take it out of your luggage and deposit it (like the laptop or your watch) in the grey bin at the checkpoint so that it is visible at the inspection.

Here is the official link to the TSA website regarding corkscrews.

Where to Find Your Corkscrew:

At Bonde Fine Wine, we offer you an extraordinary collection of corkscrews with or without blades. If you are worried about using a corkscrew without a blade, you can also buy a Wine Foil Cutter (also available at the shop), which are allowed to be taken carry-on.

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