Dangerous Goods are items that may endanger the safety of an aircraft or persons on board the aircraft. Dangerous Goods are also known as restricted articles, hazardous materials and dangerous cargo. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) or the local Civil Aviation Authority Regulations governs their carriage onboard aircraft. Many common items found in your household are considered dangerous goods for the purpose of air transport.

As a general rule passengers are not permitted to transport dangerous goods on board an aircraft in their carry-on, checked baggage or on their person. The table below provides you with information on common items that may be prohibited or restricted due to the presence of dangerous goods. Enhanced security measures for carry on baggage, in many countries may override these allowances.

Here is some important information you need in order to make sure you and your device(s) stay safe throughout your journey: You may not pack spare lithium batteries in your checked baggage. You may pack spare lithium batteries in your carry-on baggage. If you pack a device containing batteries, secure it against activation by locking the activation switch in the "off" position, placing the device in a protective case, or by other appropriate measures. For personal use, there is generally no restriction on the number of spare batteries allowed in carry-on baggage. This is the case for cell phone batteries, "hearing aid" button cells, and AA batteries/AAA batteries available in retail stores, as well as almost all standard laptop computer batteries. However, please be prepared for extended security checks when travelling with an unusual amount of electronic equipment and be aware although you may be allowed to carry these items their use on board the aircraft may be prohibited or at least limited. Check with your airline for further details. Do you have a larger battery (extended life battery)? Do you need more information on how to pack spare batteries safely? If so, excellent information is provided on the Safe Travel Website

Only specimens that have a minimal likelihood of containing pathogens may be carried in passenger baggage. If there is any doubt then the specimens must be treated as infectious substances, Category B, packaged according to Packing Instruction 650 and consigned as cargo. Infectious substances may be packed with Dry Ice (Carbon Dioxide, solid) or in a so-called Dry Shipper if they need to be kept refrigerated. Further information on infectious substances classification and packaging.

Passengers may carry certain articles even though the article contains dangerous goods. Parachutes themselves are not restricted. Some parachutes are fitted with an automatic activation device (AAD), e.g Cypres, which contain small quantities of explosive material. Most of these are not classified as dangerous goods and are not restricted in passenger baggage. Avalanche rescue backpacks are authorized if they do not contain more than 200 mg net of explosives of a type which present no significant hazard and not more than 250 mL of compressed non-flammable, non-toxic gas (such as carbon dioxide or nitrogen). Self-inflating life jackets are permitted if they contain not more than two small cylinders with a non-flammable gas in Division 2.2 plus not more than two spare cartridges per person. More information of what is permitted in passenger baggage [add link to table 2.3.A]. For items that are acceptable only with approval from the airline, consult with your airline well in advance and also allow additional time for check-in.

Yes, disabling devices of any kind are forbidden in both carry-on and check-in baggage.

Most normal toiletry items in reasonable quantities are acceptable and therefore allowed in carry-on and check-in baggage. [link to download of table] However, be aware that security requirements restrict liquids in carry-on baggage to those in containers of no more than 100 mL (3 Fl. oz). In addition the liquids must be packed in a clear Ziploc bag. For special items please check with your airline when making your reservation.

Sporting weapons and an amount of ammunition up to 5 kg (11 lb) may be in passenger checked baggage only. The weapon must be unloaded and be in its designated transport box. Please check with the airline you intend to travel on to make necessary arrangements.

Yes, but there are different procedures depending on the type of the batteries your wheelchair uses. Most modern types use gel-type non-spillable batteries, which are considered to be non-dangerous and can be loaded along with the checked baggage in the cargo compartment of an aircraft without further restrictions. Older “wet cell” batteries will require disconnection of the battery and possibly removal of the battery from the wheelchair with the battery being packed in a special box, depending on the type of aircraft. Please check with the manufacturer / distributor of your wheelchair and battery to get appropriate documentation also check with the airline well ahead of your planned trip. Note: At this time, mobility aids powered by lithium batteries are only permitted if the battery size meets the conditions for consumer electronic devices.