Darf man Parachutes ins Flugzeug mitnehmen?
Ja, mit Einschränkungen — Parachutes ist im Handgepäck unter Einhaltung der Sicherheitslimits erlaubt. Both bags: allowed, dedicated TSA procedure.
- · Both bags: allowed, dedicated TSA procedure
- · Pack separately — you must assist if it’s opened (they page you)
- · Add ~30 minutes to the airline arrival window
- · AAD rigs: explicitly allowed; Canada: gas cylinders never in cabin, checked with carrier approval
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Regeln nach Sicherheitsbehörde
Rules by security authority
United States — TSA
Handgepäck:
EINGESCHRÄNKT
Yes, with special instructions — parachutes travel in the cabin, packed separately, owner present for any inspection.
Aufgabegepäck:
EINGESCHRÄNKT
Yes, with instructions — checked parachutes may still be opened for inspection; you must assist or it won’t fly.
Flying internationally? Security follows the country you depart from — the authority above applies at your departure airport. Customs at arrival is separate.
So verpacken Sie parachutes
Handgepäck: Yes, with special instructions — parachutes travel in the cabin, packed separately, owner present for any inspection.
Aufgabegepäck: Yes, with instructions — checked parachutes may still be opened for inspection; you must assist or it won’t fly.
Das Sicherheitspersonal am Flughafen trifft stets die endgültige Entscheidung vor Ort.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Frequently asked questions
Can you bring a Parachute in a carry-on?
Yes, with special instructions — parachutes travel in the cabin, packed separately, owner present for any inspection.
Can you pack a Parachute in checked luggage?
Yes, with instructions — checked parachutes may still be opened for inspection; you must assist or it won’t fly.
Will TSA open my parachute at the airport?
Possibly — and if they do, you must be present to assist with the re-close inspection, or the rig will not be allowed on the plane. TSA does not repack parachutes.
Can I fly with an AAD (Cypres) in my rig?
Yes — TSA’s entry expressly permits parachutes with or without Automatic Activation Devices. In Canada, AAD gas cylinders are banned from the cabin and need carrier approval when checked.
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