Yes! You can take scissors on a plane in Australia, but they must have blunt-ends/rounded tips, with blades that are less than 6cm long.
That's why we designed our SOHMO Matchbox Scissors - these tiny scissors measure just 46mm overall, with a blade length of 15mm from tip to pivot screw. SOHMO Matchbox Scissors are much smaller than the maximum allowed scissors, so they make clearing security screening a breeze.
Our tiny Matchbox Scissors mean you can sit back and get some sewing done while on your flight, and they're also great just to have in your travel bag, as you never know when you'll need to snip off a tag or trim down a band-aid for blister prevention!
Similar aviation rules are in place around the world (please refer to official websites before you travel):
- New Zealand: scissors with blades less than than 6cm as measured from the pivot screw are permitted in carry-on luggage
- Europe: scissors with blades less than than 6cm as measured from the fulcrum are permitted in carry-on luggage
- UK: scissors with blades less than 6cm are permitted in carry-on luggage
- USA: scissors with blades less than 4 inches (10cm) from pivot point are permitted in carry-on luggage. They must be packed in a way they will not cause harm to baggage handlers and inspectors
- Asia: sharp objects and items that have the potential to be used as weapons are not to be carried on board.