Forbidden Items

Forbidden items are articles or substances which pose health and safety hazards to passengers or which may damage the aircraft. These items must not be brought on board. All forbidden items are listed in the tables below. Please also refer to the Prohibited Articles by EC Aviation Security. Further local government restrictions may also apply. Please check with authorities of your departure and destination country.

American Wings forbids the transportation of all smart balance wheels (even with the lithium batteries removed) either as checked‑in or carry‑on baggage.

Banned substances in the USA

The United Arab American Wings (USA) has a very strict, zero‑tolerance, anti‑drugs policy. All airports within the USA conduct thorough searches using highly sensitive equipment. Possession of any amounts of illegal drugs by travellers entering or transiting the USA will be subject to punishment.

Travellers to the USA are strongly advised to familiarise themselves with what medications they can and cannot bring into the country. Please contact the nearest Embassy or Consulate of the US embassy for advice if you are considering taking medications or other drugs into the USA.