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Dangerous Goods

Prohibited and Restricted Items on PLAY Airlines 

To ensure everyone’s safety, certain items are prohibited from either carry-on or checked baggage—or both. Some items may be allowed under strict conditions. Please review the following categories carefully before packing. 

Not Allowed in Carry-On Baggage but may be checked

These items are usually prohibited in carry-on baggage but may be allowed in checked baggage with restrictions or prior approval. 

Item Category

IATA DGR status

Sharp objects (knives, blades, crampons, etc.) 

✔️Allowed in checked

❌ Not in carry-on 

Tools (drills, saws, hammers, etc.) 

✔️ Allowed in checked

❌ Not in carry-on 

Blunt instruments (bats, clubs) 

✔️ Allowed in checked

❌ Not in carry-on 

Camping fuel containers (properly drained) 

⚠️ Only if completely empty, cleaned of residue, and vented (per ICAO/IATA rules) 

Firearms & ammunition (declared and packed according to airline and IATA guidelines)

✔️ Allowed in checked

❌ Not in carry-on. Must be declared and packed separately in original packaging or a hard case. Small quantities of ammo permitted. 

  • Sharp Objects: Knives with blades longer than 6 cm, scissors with blades longer than 6 cm, box cutters, razor blades, machetes, spears, darts, harpoons, ice picks, ski/hiking poles, crampons, ice skates, swords, sabers, martial arts gear with a sharp edge or point.
  • Tools: Drills, crowbars, saws, screwdrivers, chisels, blowtorches, hammers, bolt guns, nail guns.
  • Blunt Instruments: Baseball bats, golf clubs, martial arts batons, night sticks.
  • Camping Fuel Containers (Properly Drained Only): See 'Restricted with Conditions' section.
  • Firearms and Ammunition (With Declaration Only): Must be packed according to guidelines and declared in advance.

🚫Items Not Allowed in Either Carry-On or Checked Baggage 

  • Explosives and Fireworks: Including firecrackers, blasting caps, detonators, pyrotechnics. 
  • Flammable Liquids and Solids: Gasoline, lighter fluid, oil-based paints, paint thinners, turpentine, flares. 
  • Compressed or Pressurized Gases: Propane, butane, lighter gas, scuba tanks, CO₂ cartridges (except as allowed for avalanche gear). 
  • Toxic and Infectious Substances: Pesticides, biological samples, infectious materials, arsenic, bleach. 
  • Corrosives: Battery acid, wet-cell batteries, mercury (e.g., in thermometers). 
  • Radioactive Materials 
  • Strong Magnetic Materials 
  • Self-Heating or Oxygen-Producing Devices: Including oxygen generators and chemical kits. 
  • Security-Type Attaché Cases: Containing explosives or lithium batteries with fire/explosive risk. 
  • Hoverboards, Balance Boards, Electric Scooters: Including devices powered by lithium batteries. 
  • Damaged or Recalled Lithium Batteries 
  • Smart Baggage with Non-Removable Batteries 
  • Weapons Designed to Incapacitate: Stun guns, tasers, pepper spray, bear spray, tear gas. 
  • Uncapped Fuel Containers (Camping Equipment) 

⚠️Items Allowed Only With Restrictions or Under Conditions

Some items may be permitted in your baggage if they meet specific requirements: 

Item

Carry-On

Checked

Conditions

Dry Ice (up to 2.5kg)

✅ 

✅ 

Package must allow CO₂ to vent

Lithium Batteries (spare, up to 160 Wh) 

✅ 

❌ 

Max 2; must be in original packaging or insulated 

Mobility Device Batteries (max 300 Wh or 2x 160 Wh) 

✅ 

❌ 

Must be removed and carried in cabin 

Drones 

(battery only) 

(drone body only) 

Battery must be removed and packed in carry-on 

Electronic Cigarettes / Vapes 

✅ 

❌ 

Use on board is strictly prohibited

Matches / Disposable Lighter 

✅ 

❌ 

One per passenger 

Avalanche Rescue Backpacks 

✅ 

✅ 

Maximum 200g gas cartridge; must be disconnected and fitted with a relief valve.

Camping Stoves (no fuel) 

❌ 

✅ 

Tank must be completely drained, left uncapped for at least 6 hours to ventilate and free of vapor residue.

Smart Bags with Removable Batteries 

✅ 

✅ 

The battery must be removed and carried in the cabin. If the battery cannot be removed, the bag is not permitted as checked or carry-on baggage.

Special Items and Guidelines 

Drones 

  • Allowed in checked baggage if the battery does not exceed 160 Wh. 
  • Batteries must be removed and carried in carry-on baggage. 
  • Only one spare battery allowed per passenger. 
  • Drone must remain powered off for the entire flight. 

Electronic and Regular Cigarettes 

  • Permitted in carry-on baggage only. 
  • Use on board is strictly prohibited. 
  • Electronic cigarettes are not allowed in checked baggage. 

Firearms and Ammunition (For Hunting/Sport Use Only) 

  • Must be declared at check-in and transported as special baggage. 
  • Weapons must be unloaded and disassembled. 
  • Ammunition must be packed separately and securely. 
  • A valid gun license and all required destination permits must be presented. 
  • Transport is allowed in checked baggage only. 

Lithium Batteries 

  • Allowed only in carry-on baggage, subject to the following limits: 

-Spare batteries 101–160 Wh: Max two per passenger. 

-For mobility aids: one battery up to 300 Wh, or two up to 160 Wh each. 

  • Loose or damaged batteries are strictly prohibited in all baggage. 

Camping Stoves and Fuel Containers 

  • Permitted in checked baggage only if: 

-Completely emptied of fuel. 

-Left uncapped for at least 6 hours to ventilate.

-Dry and free of vapor residue. 

Avalanche Rescue Backpacks 

  • Allowed with prior approval. 
  • Must contain no more than 200g of compressed gas and include a pressure relief valve. 
  • Can be packed in either carry-on or checked baggage if disarmed and protected from accidental activation. 

Smart Baggage 

  • Carry-on: The lithium battery must be removable; you must be able to disconnect it during travel. 
  • Checked baggage: Battery must be removed and carried in your hand baggage. 
  • If the battery cannot be removed, the bag is not permitted. 

Packing Guidelines and Responsibility 

  • Baggage must be packed securely to withstand normal handling. 
  • Fragile items (e.g., musical instruments, artwork, sports equipment) should be packed with extra protection.
  • All checked baggage must be clearly labeled with the passenger’s name and contact details (email, phone number, address).
  • Items such as strollers, car seats, skis, golf bags, and bicycles are accepted as special or oversized baggage and should be packed accordingly. 
  • For detailed instructions, please refer to our full Baggage Packing Guidelines. 
  • Replica or Imitation Explosive Devices: Items that resemble explosives—such as fake bombs or dummy grenades—are strictly prohibited. 
  • Smoke-Generating Devices: Including smoke canisters and smoke cartridges used for visual effects or signaling. 
  • Slingshots and Catapults: Devices designed to launch projectiles are not permitted in the cabin, even if recreational in nature. 

For a comprehensive list of dangerous goods and their conditions for transport by passengers, please refer to IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations Table 2.3.A:

https://www.iata.org/contentassets/6fea26dd84d24b26a7a1fd5788561d6e/dgr-66-en-2.3.a.pdf