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Nebulizers, CPAPs, BiPAPs, and APAPs

Carry On Bags: Yes (Special Instructions)
Checked Bags: Yes (Special Instructions)

Standard screening

Nebulizers, CPAPs, BiPAPs, and APAPs

Nebulizers, CPAPs, BiPAPs and APAPs as well as facemasks and tubing may remain in their carrying case for X-ray screening, but may be required to be removed from the carry-on.

Precheck screening

Nebulizers, CPAPs, BiPAPs and APAPs as well as facemasks and tubing may remain in their carrying case, and in the carry-on, for X-ray screening

Liquids associated with nebulizers are exempt from the 3-1-1 liquids rule, in reasonable quantities. For more information, see TSA special procedures.

Devices containing lithium metal or lithium ion batteries should be carried in carry-on baggage.  Most other consumer electronic devices containing batteries are allowed in carry-on and checked baggage.

For more information to portable electronic devices, see the FAA regulations.


 The final decision rests with the TSA officer on whether an item is allowed through the checkpoint.