Segway
Segways and similar self-balancing personal transporters are banned from both carry-on and checked baggage on virtually all US airlines.
Carry-on
Not allowed
Checked
Not allowed
Carry-on details
Not allowed. TSA itself doesn't prohibit Segways at the checkpoint, but the FAA bans lithium batteries over 160 Wh from passenger aircraft entirely, and most Segway-type devices exceed that limit. On top of the battery rule, several major US airlines ban self-balancing personal transporters outright regardless of battery size.
Checked-bag details
Not allowed. The same battery-capacity ban and airline-specific bans apply to checked baggage.
Special instructions
A small number of lower-capacity, compliant models might theoretically qualify for airline approval, but in practice most Segway-type devices don't fly on US carriers at all. Confirm directly with your airline before attempting.
Related rules
FAQ
- Does TSA specifically ban Segways at the checkpoint?
- Not by name — the restriction comes from the FAA's 160 Wh lithium battery ceiling, which most Segway-type devices exceed, plus separate outright bans from individual airlines.
Related items
Sources: FAA — PackSafe (Hazardous Materials), TSA — What Can I Bring? · Last verified: 2026-08-02
Final decision rests with the security officer at the checkpoint.