Will my new knee set off airport security?
Will my new knee set off airport security? Over 90% of implanted total hip and knee arthroplasty devices will set off airport metal detectors. Many implants now include ceramic and plastic materials in addition to metal, and the metal will still likely cause an alarm in the metal detector.
Can you go through airport security with knee replacement?
Advise security officers of your implant Let them know where your implant is located. A security officer will offer you a private screening that could include screening with a hand-held wand and a pat-down inspection. You will not need to show your surgical scar or remove any clothing.
Can I take a joint through the airport?
No matter your departure and arrival destinations, it's still illegal to fly with marijuana. That's because marijuana possession still remains illegal under federal law, and when you fly, federal agencies are in charge.