Flyers have been reminded of the list of food they cannot take on board. The prohibited food items vary depending on if you’re carrying on your luggage or checking it in. GettyThe TSA has reminded passengers of the restrictions in place surrounding food items in luggage (stock image)[/caption]

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) warned passengers against bringing certain food items on their travels to avoid airport delays. So if you’re planning any summer trips, it may be worth a quick scan of the banned foods list. While travelers are familiar with the liquid and gel cabin baggage rule, restrictions also apply to certain solid food items. Solid food items can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags within the continental United States. However, anyone flying from Hawaii, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands to the U.S. mainland face different regulations. These passengers cannot take most fresh fruits and vegetables in either baggage. This restriction is due to the risk of spreading invasive plant pests across countries. Passengers are also reminded that they are prohibited from carrying any liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz onboard. While these are not allowed in carry-on bags, they can still be placed in your checked bags if possible. This rule applies to all flights within the United States and internationally. However, there are still a wide variety of food items you can take into the plane cabin.

The TSA recently posted a “breakfast travel tip” on X, telling passengers: “We don’t suggest leaving this delicious pastry behind.” The post included a photo of Homer Simpsons eating a donut alongside a security checkline. “Donuts are g2g[good to go] in carry-on or checked bags, no matter what toppings you choose,” the post said. The TSA linked to a list of 60 food items travelers may pack in their carry-on bag or checked luggage. TSA's 3-1-1 Rule The Transportation Security Administration regulates the amount of liquids, aerosols, and gels that flyers can bring through airport security with the 3-1-1 liquids rule. The 3-1-1 rule consists of the following: Each container of liquid has to be 3.4 ounces or less. All liquids have to fit in one clear, quart-sized, resealable bag. Finally, passengers can only bring one bag of liquids each. Pies, cake, pizza, solid cheese, chocolate, cooked meat, cookies, crackers, candies, and cereal were among the approved items. While these food items are allowed, the TSA advises flyers to separate anything “that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine.” And perhaps most shockingly, even live lobsters can be packed — as long as they’re placed in a clear, plastic, and spill-proof container. “A TSA officer will visually inspect your lobster at the checkpoint,” the restriction read. “We recommend that you contact your airline to determine your airline’s policy on traveling with your lobster before arriving at the airport.” Getty There are certain restrictions in place on transporting fresh food items into mainland United States (stock image)[/caption]