Is it OK to put an iPad in checked luggage?

Electronics Any item of value should never be checked into the belly of a plane. Small digital cameras, DSLR cameras, video cameras, laptops, Kindles, iPads, cell phones and even portable hard drives are all included in this category. If you would be sad to lose it, don't check it.



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Although the TSA allows travelers to transport laptops in checked luggage, it's still highly recommended to keep it with you in a carry-on bag for protection against possible damage and theft, as well as lost luggage.

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Although you can pack laptops in checked baggage, airlines recommend packing them in hand baggage whenever possible. When packed in checked bags, laptops have to be switched off and protected from damage (wrapped in soft clothing or put into a soft laptop sleeve).

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lithium metal and lithium ion/polymer batteries are prohibited in checked baggage—this includes external battery packs. Electronic cigarettes and vaporizers are also prohibited in checked baggage. “Checked baggage” includes bags checked at the gate or planeside.

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Most consumer personal electronic devices containing batteries are allowed in carry-on and checked baggage, including but not limited to cell phones, smart phones, data loggers, PDAs, electronic games, tablets, laptop computers, cameras, camcorders, watches, calculators, etc.

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Anything with a lithium battery is not allowed to be in the cargo area of a plane. So you would have to take this with you in the cabin. ...and you shouldn't check anything like an iPad due to potential for theft or damage.

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Checked Bags: Yes TSA PreCheck® travelers do not need to remove shoes, laptops, 3-1-1 liquids, belts or light jackets. Please see TSA PreCheck® for more information. For more prohibited items, please go to the 'What Can I Bring?' page.

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It is generally not recommended to pack electronics in checked luggage, as they can be damaged or stolen during transport. Instead, it is usually safer to pack electronics in your carry-on luggage, where they will be under your control throughout the trip.

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Electronics Any item of value should never be checked into the belly of a plane. Small digital cameras, DSLR cameras, video cameras, laptops, Kindles, iPads, cell phones and even portable hard drives are all included in this category.

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Generally nothing happens. You can carry most electronic devices with installed lithium batteries in checked luggage. You cannot carry loose batteries or ones in external chargers. Refer to the FAA FAQ on batteries .

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Phone and laptop chargers that don't contain a lithium battery are allowed on planes within the US. You can pack them in hand and checked luggage, and it doesn't matter whether they're plug-in type or wireless.

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What can happen if I accidentally forgot some portable electronics that use lithium batteries in my check in bag? Generally nothing happens. You can carry most electronic devices with installed lithium batteries in checked luggage. You cannot carry loose batteries or ones in external chargers.

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Spare (uninstalled) lithium ion and lithium metal batteries, including power banks and cell phone battery charging cases, must be carried in carry-on baggage only. With airline approval, passengers may also carry up to two spare larger lithium ion batteries (101–160 Wh) or lithium metal batteries (2-8 grams).

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Electromagnetic interference to aircraft systems is a common argument offered for banning mobile phones (and other passenger electronic devices) on planes. Theoretically, active radio transmitters such as mobile phones, walkie–talkies, portable computers or gaming devices may interfere with the aircraft.

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You should keep them in your carry-on bag or personal item. This includes items such as cash, jewelry, electronics, documents, medications, keys, and anything else that you cannot replace or recover easily. These items are more likely to be stolen or lost from your checked luggage.

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