Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Generally, you should not expect to be allowed to carry a ResQMe in your carry-on bag.
The ResQMe contains:
A concealed seatbelt-cutting blade
A spring-loaded window breaker
Even the manufacturer recommends placing it in checked baggage when flying to avoid confiscation.
What if you're traveling with only a carry-on?
There isn't a perfect TSA-friendly equivalent because the features that make the ResQMe useful (blade and window breaker) are the same features that can cause problems at airport security.
Some alternatives:
1. Buy one at your destination
This is often the easiest solution.
Order one for pickup at a local store.
Ship one to your hotel.
Buy one after you land.
2. Keep one permanently in each vehicle
Many people leave a ResQMe in:
Their personal car
A family member's car
An RV or work vehicle
That way they don't need to fly with it.
3. Carry a TSA-compliant emergency whistle
A whistle won't help you escape a car, but it can help attract attention during emergencies and is generally easier to travel with.
Another thing to know
Many newer vehicles now use laminated side windows, especially on higher-end models. Traditional window breakers, including the ResQMe, are designed for tempered glass and may not work on laminated side windows. It's worth checking what type of glass your vehicle uses before relying on any escape tool.
If I were flying
I would either:
Put the ResQMe in checked baggage, or
Leave it in my vehicle at home and buy another one after arrival.
That avoids the risk of losing it at the security checkpoint. #planetravel
Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualified purchases.
Generally, you should not expect to be allowed to carry a ResQMe in your carry-on bag.
The ResQMe contains:
A concealed seatbelt-cutting blade
A spring-loaded window breaker
Even the manufacturer recommends placing it in checked baggage when flying to avoid confiscation.
What if you're traveling with only a carry-on?
There isn't a perfect TSA-friendly equivalent because the features that make the ResQMe useful (blade and window breaker) are the same features that can cause problems at airport security.
Some alternatives:
1. Buy one at your destination
This is often the easiest solution.
Order one for pickup at a local store.
Ship one to your hotel.
Buy one after you land.
2. Keep one permanently in each vehicle
Many people leave a ResQMe in:
Their personal car
A family member's car
An RV or work vehicle
That way they don't need to fly with it.
3. Carry a TSA-compliant emergency whistle
A whistle won't help you escape a car, but it can help attract attention during emergencies and is generally easier to travel with.
Another thing to know
Many newer vehicles now use laminated side windows, especially on higher-end models. Traditional window breakers, including the ResQMe, are designed for tempered glass and may not work on laminated side windows. It's worth checking what type of glass your vehicle uses before relying on any escape tool.
If I were flying
I would either:
Put the ResQMe in checked baggage, or
Leave it in my vehicle at home and buy another one after arrival.
That avoids the risk of losing it at the security checkpoint. #planetravel
Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualified purchases.
