When is a shipment permitted to be transported on a passenger aircraft?

• A. Many dangerous goods are prohibited on passenger aircraft; only certain items may be shipped if they meet the relevant LQ or other permitted allowances and labeling/documentation requirements.
• B. All dangerous goods can be shipped on passenger aircraft with no special requirements.
• C. Only packaging requirements are needed for passenger aircraft.
• D. Permitted shipments do not require labeling.

Answer: (A)

Transporting dangerous goods on a passenger aircraft is tightly restricted. A shipment is allowed only if it fits approved allowances—most commonly Limited Quantities or other specified exemptions—and has the proper labeling and documentation. This means many dangerous goods are prohibited outright on passenger aircraft, and only those that meet these specific conditions can be carried, with correct packaging and hazard markings. The presence of labeling and the required shipping documents are essential components of any permitted shipment.