Eggs on a Plane (?)

[LoneStarHen]

Not entirely sure where to post this. Anyone have any recent experiences with eggs on a plane? I've found some older posts on the forum, but I'm trying to figure out more recent experiences.

The TSA web site has lots of information on food, but not fresh eggs. Would fresh eggs be considered a liquid or gel and subject to the 3.4 oz rule? Would they actually make it if I put them into my checked baggage?

I'm going from Texas to Florida.

 

[ChickenCanoe]

If they're fertile eggs, they're considered poultry embryos, not food.
This guy has a ton of experience.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/...t-of-here-a-diary-of-a-crazy-chicken-man/1450

 

[LoneStarHen]

I emailed the TSA and got the standard response just now. I am going to try it and see what happens. I guess worst case scenario I have to chunk them. Which would stink.
This was their response - which I've seen posted all over the place.

Thank you for your e-mail regarding the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) policy for carrying eggs through security screening checkpoints.


Un-hatched, including raw, eggs are not on TSA’s prohibited items list and can be transported in carry-on baggage if they are properly packaged and labeled and show no signs of tampering or alteration. However, please be aware that regardless of whether or not an item is on the prohibited items list, Transportation Security Officers have discretion to prohibit an individual from carrying an item through the screening checkpoint or onboard an aircraft if they believe the item poses a security threat. Therefore, TSA security screening personnel make the final decision on whether to permit items such as un-hatched eggs into the sterile area of the airport. In addition, TSA recommends travelers contact their airlines to inquire about any additional guidelines the airlines may have regarding traveling with eggs.

TSA’s Web site, www.tsa.gov, has information about prohibited and permitted items, the screening process and procedures, and guidance for special considerations that may assist in preparing for air travel. Passengers can go directly to these tips at http: www.tsa.gov traveler-information .


We hope this information is helpful.


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