A curling iron is a rod-shaped metal hair styling tool on which hair is wrapped around and heated to create curls or waves.
Many items, including those that heat up or provide a flame, are restricted by the TSA because of danger at high altitudes or potential use as a weapon in the case of hijacking.
Curling irons are not included on the list of prohibited items found at the TSA website or any list provided by the major airlines in the United States (US Airways, JetBlue, Delta and United Airlines).
Curling irons can be packed in both carry-on and checked luggage.
JetBlue, the only major airline to mention curling irons in its baggage policy, stipulates that butane curling irons are only acceptable if the butane cannot be removed.
As airline protocol is constantly changing, it would be wise to check with the airline before packing, just in case.
