Travelling Safely with Dangerous Goods

More than 24% but not more than 70% alcohol by volume.

• The alcohol content does not exceed 70%.
• You are not carrying more than 5 Litres (limit is per person).
• REMEMBER: Consuming alcohol you have carried onboard is strictly prohibited. If you choose to consume alcohol you have carried onboard, you may be offloaded from your flight.
• Additional restrictions may apply if travelling internationally.

Cartridges for weapons or small arms.

WAIT, Operator Approval is required before travelling with ammunition. 

• Ammunition must be declared at check-in, at which time assessment against the below criteria will be completed and appropriate approval granted.
• Ammunition cartridges for weapons or small arms in Division 1.4s, UN0012 or UN0014 are permitted. 
• Ammunition with explosive or incendiary projectiles is PROHIBITED in checked baggage/carry-on. 
• When packing for travel by air, ammunition must be securely packaged.
• A 5kg gross weight limit per person applies, and you cannot pack the allowance for more than one person together.

Containing cartridges of compressed gas in Division 2.2, or pyrotechnic trigger mechanism Div.1.4S

• You must fill in our Operator Approval Form and email it to dg@allianceairlines.com.au.
• When packing for travel by air, the backpack must be packed to prevent accidental activation.
• Only one rescue backpack is permitted per person.
• If the backpack has a flare mechanism, it must not contain more than 200mg of Division 1.4S.

Batteries, power banks, must NEVER travel in checked baggage.

• Ensure each spare/loose battery is individually protected to prevent short circuits.
• Ensure Lithium metal batteries have a lithium metal content that does not exceed 2 grams (except for a medical device which must not exceed 8 grams).
• Ensure Lithium-ion batteries have a Watt-hour rating that does not exceed 100 Wh without Operator Approval.
• Ensure you do not carry more than 20 spare batteries total. 
• You can request Operator Approval to carry more than 20 spare batteries.
• Ensure non-spillable batteries are 12 Volts or less AND 100 Watt-hours or less (a maximum of 2 per person is permitted). 

That have contained a flammable liquid fuel (with empty fuel tank and/or fuel container.

• You must declare this item at check-in
• You must also fill in a Flammable liquid item preparation for travel declaration that identifies you have:
  • Completely drained the camping Stoves and their fuel containers of all liquid fuel, AND
  • Allowed the item(s)to drain for at least 1 hour, AND 
  • Left the container uncapped for at least 6 hours to allow any residual fuel to evaporate, OR 
  • Cooking oil has been added to the container to elevate the flash point and the cooking oil has been emptied from the tank.

• There must be no smell of fuel remaining on the container.
• The cap must be on securely.
• The item must be wrapped in an absorbent material such as paper towel.
• The item must be placed in a polyethylene or equivalent bag.
• The bag must be sealed or gathered and closed with an elastic band or twine.

• Dry Ice must be declared at check-in, at which time assessment against the below criteria will be completed and appropriate approval granted.

• Not exceed 2.5kg of dry ice, solid per person.
• Not combine more than the amount permitted for one person.
• Use the Dry ice to pack perishables.
• Ensure the Dry ice is packed in a ventilated container which permits the release of carbon dioxide gas.
• Mark the package with “Dry ice” or “Carbon dioxide, solid” if it is travelling as checked baggage.
• Ensure the net weight of the dry ice is documented on the package.

Insulated packages containing refrigerated liquid nitrogen).

• Not contain more than 2.5kg of absorbed liquid nitrogen.
• Must not combine more than the amount permitted for one person.
• Must be labelled as a Dry Shipper

Containing batteries (must ONLY be packed in carry-on baggage).

• Travel in Carry-on baggage only. 
• Be packed to prevent accidental activation. 
• Have any spare batteries individually protected to prevent short circuits and carried in carry-on baggage only. 
• Not contain more than 2g lithium metal content in Lithium metal or lithium alloy batteries. 
• Not have a Watt-hour rating of more than 100Wh. 
• have batteries and cells that meet the requirements of the UN Manual of Test and Criteria, Part III, subsection 38.3. 

• Be in quantities for personal use.

• The item contains non-spillable batteries that do not exceed 12 volts AND does not exceed 100Wh. OR
• The item is powered by a Lithium-ion battery that does not exceed 160Wh and the battery is removed and carried in carry-on baggage.
• An electric bike, electric scooter or electric skateboard carried as checked baggage must be completely switched off, effectively protected from accidental activation (e.g. key on/off switched turned off and key removed) and adequately packaged to prevent any damage.
• Any spare/loose or removed batteries, must be in carry-on baggage only with the terminals protected against short circuiting.
• An electric bike, electric scooter or electric skateboard carried as checked baggage, and batteries must not be damaged or defective.
• All batteries must meet the requirements listed in UN 38.3
• Note: Electric bikes, scooters and skateboards that batteries exceed 160Wh are prohibited in checked or cabin luggage.
• you can take your electric bike, electric scooter and/or electric skateboard. There are some strict requirements relating to the battery/ies powering these devices. The equipment itself must travel as checked baggage only however, the removeable battery/ies must travel in carry-on. 
• In relation to the battery/ies powering these devices, these are permitted if:
• The item contains non-spillable batteries that do not exceed 12 volts AND does not exceed 100Wh. OR
• The item is powered by a Lithium-ion battery that does not exceed 160Wh and the battery is removed and carried in carry-on baggage.
• An electric bike, electric scooter or electric skateboard carried as checked baggage must be completely switched off, effectively protected from accidental activation (e.g. key on/off switched turned off and key removed) and adequately packaged to prevent any damage.
• Any spare/loose or removed batteries, must be in carry-on baggage only with the terminals protected against short circuiting.
• An electric bike, electric scooter or electric skateboard carried as checked baggage, and batteries must not be damaged or defective.
• All batteries must meet the requirements listed in UN 38.3

Note: Electric bikes, scooters and skateboards that batteries exceed 160Wh are prohibited in checked or cabin luggage.

YES, you can take firesticks with you in checked baggage only but you must ensure:

• They are METAL firesticks only.
• Used wicks are thoroughly cleaned.
• There is no residual smell of fuel.
• The heads are covered with a plastic, polyethylene or similar bag.
• The bag is sealed/gathered closed and tied with an elastic band or twine.
• The fire sticks travel as checked baggage. 

Small, non-flammable containing carbon dioxide or other suitable gas in Division 2.2.

Gas cartidges must be declared at check-in, at which time assessment against the below criteria will be completed and appropriate approval granted.

• To safely carry small gas cartridges you must:
• Ensure the cartridges only contain carbon dioxide (CO2) or other suitable gas in Division 2.2 that does not have a subsidiary hazard.
• Ensure the cartridge(s) does not exceed 28g or 50mls.
• Ensure, if fitted to equipment such as a lifejacket, intended to be worn by a person, that:
  • Only two safety devices per person are permitted to be packed.
  • Safety devices are packed to prevent accidental activation.
  • Safety devices are not fitted with more than 2 cartridges.
  • No more than 2 spare cartridges per safety device are to be carried.
• Ensure, if fitted to other devices such as a bike pump:
  • Not more than four cartridges are carried total.
  • The cartridge(s) must not exceed 28g / 50ml.

Non-flammable, for the operation of mechanical limbs.

• These are permitted as carry-on or checked baggage. 
• These must be worn for the operation of a mechanical limb.
• Spare cylinders may be carried if needed to ensure an adequate supply for the duration of the journey.

Containing hydrocarbon devices.

• Only one device is carried per person.
• A safety cover is fitted over the heating element.
• Gas refills are not included as these are not allowed to travel.

YES, you can take heat-producing articles (battery powered equipment capable of generating heat like high-intensity lamps) in your checked baggage or your carry-on if you ensure:

• The device is not able to be inadvertently switched on.
• The battery/globe or both are removed.
• The battery does not exceed 100Wh (Lithium-Ion) or 2 g (Lithium Metal) and is carried in carry-on baggage only. Where these limits are exceed Operator Approval is required.
• The battery removed and carried in carry-on baggage is undamaged, in good condition and is protected against short-circuit.

WAIT, Operator Approval is required before travelling with a battery powered mobility aid. 

You must fill in our Operator Approval Form and email it to dg@allianceairlines.com.au.

• Non-spillable batteries (Sealed Lead Acid/ SLA, Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) and Gel batteries, which must not contain free or unabsorbed liquid OR
• Dry type batteries such as alkali-manganese, zinc-carbon, nickel-cadmium (NiCad) and nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries OR

• A lithium battery (includes polymer, Li-Po and Li-ion).

• This may be achieved by enclosing the battery within a non-conductive battery container/case/transport box as part of or separate to the device.
• The battery and container are securely attached to the mobility aid unless the batteries are required to be removed for air transport.
• The electrical circuits are isolated/inhibited; Meaning, the mobility aid cannot be accidentally turned on and moved by operating the controls.
• Isolating/inhibiting the electrical circuits is achieved by following the manufacturer’s instructions and is done by the traveller or their companion, not airport staff.

• Where a battery is not adequately protected by the mobility aid design, or must be removed to allow the device to be folded or otherwise prepared for air transport, it must be done in accordance with the instruction of the manufacturer.
• Non-spillable or dry type batteries removed for transport must have the battery and terminals protected from damage and short circuiting and be carried in strong, rigid packaging provided by the user. 
  • The packaged battery will then be loaded in the cargo compartment with the mobility aid. One spare non-spillable battery or two spare dry mobility aid batteries suitably packaged is permitted.

• Not exceed 300 Wh (Larger batteries can be approved upon request for if completing an Operator Approval Form and emailing it to dg@allianceairlines.com.au PRIOR TO YOUR DAY OF TRAVEL). 
  • One spare battery not more than 300 Wh, or 
  • for a device that is fitted with two batteries not more than 160 Wh each are permitted. 
• The removed and/or spare batteries and terminals must be protected from short circuit and damage by placing each battery in a protective pouch/bag/container and carried in the cabin.
  • All electric mobility aids must travel in an upright position.
  • Electric mobility aids must travel in the ‘free wheel’ mode.

• When requesting Operator Approval, ensure you provide the weight and the folded dimensions of your mobility aid.
  • If your mobility aid exceeds the size restrictions listed below (in either a folded or unfolded state), we may be unable to carry the item.

Packed with small quantities of flammable liquid.

YES, you can take non-infectious specimens packed in small quantities of flammable liquid in your checked baggage or your carry-on baggage if you ensure:

• The flammable liquid is only UN 1170 Ethanol or UN 1987 Alcohol solution or UN 1219 Isopropanol or UN 1198 Formaldehyde solution.
• The non-infectious specimens are wrapped in paper towel and/or cheesecloth.
• The specimens are then packed with a small quantity of the flammable liquid (a maximum of 30 mL).
• The specimens are then put in a leakproof inner container or a heat-sealed plastic bag as inner packaging. 
• The inner packaging is then placed in a heat-sealed plastic bag and a leakproof strong outer packaging. 
• The completed package must be marked "scientific research specimens, not restricted Special Provision A180 applies".
• If several plastic bags/bottles are carried, the total quantity of flammable liquid in the outer packaging must not exceed 1L.

Battery operated equipment – aka PEDs

YES, you can take portable electronic devices (phones, laptops, drones, battery powered tools etc.) in your checked baggage or your carry-on baggage if you ensure:

• The battery installed in each device does not exceed 100Wh (without operator approval) and each device is suitably protected against damage. 
• If taking your portable electronic devices in checked baggage, it is completely turned off (not in hibernation mode) and protected against accidental activation.
• Any settings that may activate the device must be deactivated.
• All spare or loose batteries including power banks must be in carry-on baggage only with the terminals protected against short circuit.
• A maximum of 15 PEDs are permitted per person. 
• Vapes/electronic cigarettes are considered PEDs for calculation purposes.

Battery operated

• All spare batteries must be in carry-on baggage only.
• Batteries must not exceed 160Wh.

• compressed gas lighter OR, 
• cigarette lighter powered by a lithium battery OR,
• a box of safety matches OR, 
• a liquid fuel lighter that has the flammable liquid fully absorbed.

• Lighters (liquid/gas)
• Matches: "Strike anywhere" matches.
• Liquid/Gas lighters - Blue flame, Cigar, Cooktop, Pipe and Torch
• Lighters (Battery powered): Without a safety cap or means of protection against unintentional activation.

Baggage with installed lithium batteries or power banks.

YES, you can take your smart bag with you as checked baggage or as carry-on baggage. You must ensure:

• Non-removable batteries contain no more than 0.3 grams of lithium metal.
• Non-removable Lithium-ion batteries do not exceed 2.7 Wh.
• Removable batteries are removed if baggage travels as checked-baggage. 
• Removed batteries must be carried in the cabin.
• Transmitting and Wi-Fi functions on smart bags must be turned off.

• Only one (1) thermometer per passenger, for personal use is allowed. 
• The thermometer must be housed in a protective case.

Containing flammable liquids.

• Each individual item does not exceed 0.5kg/0.5L.
• The aerosols must be for personal use and you cannot take more than 2L / 2kgs total.
• When preparing to pack for travel by air, be sure to protect the nozzle with a cap or similar, to stop accidental release of the contents.
• Aerosols do not have other subsidiary hazards.