TSA Permitted and Prohibited Items

I hope we are not getting too complacent with airport security. I travel via air several times each month and although security may slow things down, I am happy for the process. I am, like many of you confused by all the changes in what is and what is not allowed in carry-on, checked bags and what we may have in our pockets. Here is a test for you:

Which item are you not allowed to Carry-On an airplane?
_ Corkscrew
_ Metal Scissors
_ Knitting Needles
_ Nail File

Scissors that are metal and have pointed tips are not allowed as carry-ons, no matter what the size. All the others are allowed as carry-on or checked items in baggage on flights. Sports fanatics, leave the baseball bats,golf clubs and cricket bats in the Planes Cargo Hold. You can check them, but your prized, lucky putter will not be allowed to travel with you. Take up Tennis...Tennis racquets are ok.

Before any trip, check the Homeland Security website and the TSA web site at http://www.tsa.gov/public/display?theme=1. You can also call Consumer Response at 1-866-289-9673.