Can I bring an ice skate on a plane?

Yes. Ice skates are permitted in both carry-on and checked bags. However, they are subject to TSA officer discretion.

• Carry-on: generally allowed but blades must be covered

• Checked bags: permitted with no special restrictions

• Figure skates and hockey skates both allowed

• Blade guards recommended for safety and to protect other items

• Some airlines may have additional restrictions

• The final decision rests with the TSA officer

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Official resource: https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/sporting-and-camping (TSA Sporting and Camping)

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