Flying on Halloween? TSA Bans These Halloween Costumes

Halloween falls on a weekend this year.  That could be a great thing if you are planning a party or if you are planning on going out for the evening.  Sometimes it's fun to dress up even when you aren't a kid.  In fact, sometimes it's more fun to that when you are an adult.

SOMETIMES IT'S FUN TO DRESS UP AT WORK, OR WHEN TRAVELING ON HALLOWEEN

Many people will wear a costume to work - that is, when Halloween falls on a weekday.  And sometimes even when it's on a weekend.  You can still wear a fun costume on the Friday before.  Here is a bit of a wrench, what if you are headed out on vacation and it happens to be on Halloween?  And, can you wear a costume while you are on the flight to whereever you are going?

The short answer is yes, you can wear a costume, however, there are some things that the TSA has banned when it comes to those costumes.  And when you see the list, they do make sense.  In general.

Anything that is a weapon, even if it's fake, cannot be in your carry-on luggage.  That needs to go into your checked bag.  If your costume includes any sort of fake bomb or a grenade, those cannot be in either your checked or your carry-on luggage.  Strict N. O.

LIST OF COSTUME ACCESSORIES TOTALLY BANNED BY THE TSA

From Yahoo News:

• Full-Face Masks: Masks must be removed for identity verification at the security checkpoint and during boarding.
• Heavy Face Paint & Makeup: Thick or full-face Halloween makeup can interfere with automated facial recognition scanners used at airports and may trigger extra screening.
• Fake Blood & Liquids: Fake blood, liquid latex, and other gel- or liquid-based makeup must comply with the standard 3-1-1 liquids rule (100 ml or less in a quart-sized clear bag) if packed in carry-ons.
• Broomsticks: Traditional witch broomsticks are subject to inspection and may not be permitted in carry-on bags depending on size

RECOMMENDATIONS ON WHAT TO DO TO GET THROUGH THE TSA EASIER

Because some costumes are bulky, or have some interesting extras, or if you have some large pockets or a coat, the TSA says that it might be a better idea to go through security in regular clothes and then change afterwards into a costume, if you want to.

Whatever you decide to do, have a fun and safe Halloween holiday.

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