However, some U.S. states / countries restrict the entry of certain food items. Please check with the relevant customs department prior to travel to make sure the food item is allowed
All food items must be packed in a leak-proof container. Dry ice may be used
Airport staff may refuse transportation if they feel an item is not packed properly
Only food purchased at an airside airport shop can be accepted onboard
Common disposable lighters are accepted as carry-on, but can not be packed in your checked luggage
Torch lighters, also referred to as windless lighters, are prohibited, and can not be brought onboard the aircraft nor packed in your checked luggage
Unsealed lighters, such as Zippo lighters, are accepted as carry-on. They can only be packed in your checked luggage if sealed in an airtight container approved by the U.S. Department Of Transportation (D.O.T.)
Up to four boxes of safety matches can be carried onboard the aircraft
"Strike anywhere" matches are not allowed
Matches are prohibited in your checked luggage
The following items are prohibited in your carry-on or checked baggage:
Aerosol, fuels, gasoline, gas torches, lighter fluid, turpentine and paint thinner, varnish.
Medication and special needs devices might need clearance from American Airlines Special Assistance department. Please contact American Airlines Reservations for further information.
The following items are allowed in your checked baggage:
Ammunition, BB guns, compressed air guns, firearms, paint guns, parts of guns and firearms, pellet guns, realistic replicas of firearms,
spear guns, starter pistols.
The following items are prohibited in your carry-on or checked baggage:
Black powder, pyrodex, percussion caps, gun lighters, gun powder.
Due to a U.S. Transportation Security Administration mandate, toner and ink cartridges over 16 ounces (453 grammes) are prohibited in carry-on and checked baggage.
