American Airlines
IATA AAAirline rules only
This page covers what an airline allows on board. What you can bring into a country is decided by that country's customs — see the destination's country page. The two are never mixed.
Tobacco and vaping products
| Item | Verdict | Limit | Condition | Cabin / Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vaping devices, accessories and liquid nicotine | Restricted | — | No use on board (All phases) | Cabin Yes · Checked No |
Electronics and batteries
| Item | Verdict | Limit | Condition | Cabin / Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power bank | Restricted | 0–100 Wh | — | Cabin Yes · Checked No |
|
Spare (loose) lithium batteries
|
Restricted | 0–100 Wh | — | Cabin Yes · Checked No |
| Personal mobility devices (hoverboard, e-scooter, self-balancing wheel, e-bike) | Prohibited | — | — | Cabin No · Checked No |
| Smart luggage with built-in battery | Restricted | — | — | Cabin Yes · Checked No |
Weapons, explosives and dangerous goods
| Item | Verdict | Limit | Condition | Cabin / Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scissors | Restricted | 0–10.16 cm | — | Cabin Yes · Checked — |
| Sharp or bladed work tools | Restricted | 0–17.78 cm | — | Cabin Yes · Checked — |
| Dry ice (carbon dioxide, solid) | Restricted | 0–2.5 kg | Airline approval required | Cabin Yes · Checked — |