Airlines what is allowed

Non spillable batteries: Can be transported as long as they are disconnected, the edges are isolated and the battery is tightly adjusted to the wheelchair. Spillable batteries: It must be disconnected and the borders must be isolated, securing the battery to the wheelchair and vertically locating the wheelchair in the plane, tightly adjusted as well. Finally, it will be loaded and placed in a vertical position. The battery should be removed from the suitcase and placed in a protective case during the flight.

The battery should be removed from the suitcase and transported aboard, inside of the carry-on bag. Blood, blood components, organs, tissues, samples, etc. You must have a document which guarantees that it is free of infectious substances, and it must be packaged in dry ice and comply with other requirements for transport. When making your reservation or 48 hours before your trip, you must notify that you will be travelling with blood in your luggage.

Camping stoves and fuel containers Hand luggage carry on Checked baggage Not allowed. Chemicals Such as paints, industrial sprays, solvents, concentrates, mercury, fuels, and others not mentioned herein. Dry ice solid carbon dioxide In amounts not exceeding 2. In addition, the packaging must allow gas exhaust of carbon dioxide.

Electronic Cigarettes E-cigarettes and other personal vaporizers including electronic cigarettes and cigars, electronic pipes and hookahs, personal vaporizers, and electronic nicotine-delivery systems containing a lithium battery or any other type of battery are not accepted in checked luggage.

Recreational mobility devices powered by Lithium Batteries Airwheel, solowheel, hoverboard, mini-segway, balance wheel To ensure the safety in all our flights, Copa Airlines will not accept the transport of Recreational mobility devices powered by lithium batteries Airwheel, solowheel, hoverboard, mini-segway, balance wheel.

These items are prohibited for being transported by the airline, neither checked or carry-on luggage. The device must be completely turned off not in sleep or hibernation mode and must be protected from accidental activation. Copa Airlines is not responsible for the loss or damage of any of these electronic devices transported in checked baggage. Food To be transported they must be packed in sealed bags preventing the release of chemicals and carried in polystyrene cool boxes or plastic bags, closed tight preventing the release of any waste regardless of their position in the packaging.

Some foods are restricted in some places; the traveler must research if they are subject to government legislation.

To be transported they must be packed in sealed bags preventing the release of chemicals and carried in polystyrene cool boxes or plastic bags, closed tight preventing the release of any waste regardless of their position in the packaging. Fragile elements and glass objects Provided they are properly packaged so as to prevent any accidents and prevent their breakage.

These articles are stowed under the responsibility of the passenger. Gas cylinders: Non-flammable and non-toxic Such as propane, butane, and other portable fire extinguishers.

Used for the operation of mechanical members. Also spare cylinders of a similar size, if required, to ensure an adequate supply during the journey. Containing carbon dioxide or other gas pursuant to Division 2. Up to two small cylinders per passenger and up to two replacement cartridges.

Hair curlers containing hydrocarbon gas Up to one per passenger or crew member, provided that the cover is securely adjusted to the heating element. These curlers may not be used onboard at any time. Heat producing items Such as sub aquatic flashlights diving lamps and elements for welding underwater. Any item or battery containing power, must be packaged separately and the terminals must be isolated. Cremated remains You must notify the personnel at the counter of the transportation of these human remains and present the properly validated Death Certificate.

Can travel without any restrictions if they are well packed and carried discreetly:. Allowed The cremated remains must be sent in funeral urns which must be sufficiently cushioned by packaging material to prevent damage or breakage. Inflatable items Such as balls and tires with the exception of wheelchairs that can travel with air.

Insulated packaging Packaging containing refrigerated liquid nitrogen dry shippers completely absorbed in a porous material for non-hazardous products. Packaging must not allow the release of any quantity of liquid nitrogen regardless of the position of the container and must not allow pressure concentration inside the packaging.

Knee defenders On all our flights we strictly prohibit the use of any device or object that could temporarily or permanently affect the functionality of any structure inside our aircraft cabins rows of seats, tray tables, seatbacks, etc.

Knee defenders are considered one of these devices, and their use is prohibited on all Copa Airlines and Copa Airlines Colombia airplanes. Lighters Example: disposable lighters, lighters with lighting fluid that is not completely absorbed, fuel for torch or camping lighters, and lighter refills are not permitted under any circumstances.

Alcoholic bottles Articles purchased in airport duty free stores are permitted to be carried onboard planes. They must be packaged in a sealed, tamper-evident container and show proof that the article was purchased in the airport duty free stores on the day of travel, both for passengers departing from an airport and passengers in transit. They are only permitted in containers of up to ml or 3. Permitted articles must be carried in a clear plastic zipper bag no larger than one quart in size.

Breast milk, juice, insulin and medication may be carried on; however, if they exceed the maximum amount, they must be declared to the TSA or inspection personnel.

Liquids in containers larger than ml will not be accepted, even if the container is not completely full. It is recommended that these articles be transported in checked baggage, even if they are permitted by regulations. Containers larger than ml or 3. Such as hairspray, perfumes, colognes and medicines containing alcohol.

The total net amount of all items in question should not exceed 2kg or 2 liters, and the amount of each individual item should not exceed 0. The release valve of sprays must be secured by a cap or other suitable mean to prevent the inadvertent release of contents.

Store employees will have to deliver the purchased items to the departure gate. If articles were purchased in other airports, they will have to be checked upon arrival in Panama due to its being the final point of departure to the United States.

Machinery, equipment, appliance, etc. Can only be carried by Copa Airlines Cargo. Medical or clinical thermometer containing mercury Only one per passenger, in a protective case.

Medications They are not considered dangerous goods, but they may be subject to other government legislation. In some cases, they must include a medical prescription. Powdered medicines with prescription of 12 oz ml or larger that are in fully sealed containers are allowed. Otherwise, containers should be inspected for signs of alterations or tampering.

Powders Powders are described as fine dry particles produced by the grinding, crushing, or disintegration of a solid substance. For example, flour, sugar, ground coffee, spices, powdered milk such as baby formula , and cosmetics. Containers with powder greater than 12 oz ml are not allowed, except for powdered medicines with prescription, milk formula for babies and human remains that are in fully sealed containers are allowed.

Otherwise, the container should be inspected for signs of tampering or tampering. Radioisotope powered cardiac pacemakers Elements including those powered by lithium batteries implanted in a person, radiopharmaceuticals elements within the body of a person as a result of medical treatment.

Rescue backpacks for avalanche One per passenger, equipped with a pyrotechnic trigger mechanism containing less than net mg of Division 1.

The bag must be packed so that it cannot be activated accidentally. The air bags inside the backpack should be fitted with pressure-release valves. If you have to travel with medications that require cold storage, they must be kept inside an appropriate container. They must be under your care and responsibility during the whole trip, as LATAM does not offer this service. They also have to comply with carry-on baggage and dangerous goods standards.

You may bring musical instruments into the cabin, keeping in mind that they must comply with the carry-on baggage size and weight restrictions mentioned before. If they exceed the established restrictions, they must be checked and will be charged as excess or oversized baggage , depending on the case.

If you would like to transport larger instruments on board, you can reserve and pay for an extra seat in the cabin, as long as you comply with the following conditions:. Travel Information. Bring your carry-on baggage on board Every time you fly with us, you can bring one personal item on board. It must be light enough that you can place it in the overhead compartment without needing help.

If you decide not to check your baggage, we won't be able to send it on your flight or take responsibility for it. Except if your seat is in the first row or an exit row. Other items you can bring into the cabin, free of cost.

A jacket or coat. A pocket umbrella, but not a parasol or large umbrella. A duty-free bag that complies with maximum size allowance of a personal item.