The list of items you cannot bring through airport security is quite lengthy, but TSA is reminding travelers that they can bring a camping staple often used for naps and relaxing.
In posts made on Facebook and X made on July 22, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) displayed four photos of travelers killing time in hammocks, suspended on pillars in various airports.
"Nobody said you couldn’t bring a hammock to the airport," the TSA posts said. "To reduce tension, or to avoid having a falling out with the airport, check with them about where you can and can’t hang your napping apparatus."
In a statement provided to USA TODAY, a TSA spokesperson said the post was made in celebration of National Hammock Day − July 22. Hammocks being allowed
by TSA isn't a new rule but has received renewed attention due to the posts on social media.
Social media responds to viral TSA post
The posts have garnered thousands of comments and reactions from social media users, with many surprised that setting up a hammock while waiting for a flight is allowed.
"I mean, after having a 12-hour layover in an airport that became a ghost town after midnight, this would have been amazing," one Facebook user commented on the post.
Others said they wish airports would start opening their own designated sleeping areas for folks with long layovers or delayed flights.
"They should just make this a thing at the airports − an actual hammock cafe spot for all those painful layovers and delays," one Facebook user commented. "That is smart, actually, especially if you get stranded. Annoying to others but a good solution to trying to get some shut eye," another said.
On X, one user chimed in, "Honestly… this looks more comfortable than most airport chairs."
Greta Cross is a national trending reporter at USA TODAY. Story idea? Email her at gcross@usatoday.com.
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