TSA Alerts: Avoid Flying with Call of Duty Zombies Monkey Bomb Figurine

If you're a fan of video games and enjoy collecting replicas or figurines inspired by your favorite titles, be cautious about what you pack in your luggage, especially if it resembles a weapon from *Call of Duty*. A recent post from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) serves as a reminder of this after officers at Boston Logan International Airport discovered a replica figurine of the Monkey Bomb from *Call of Duty*'s Zombies mode in a checked bag.

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The Monkey Bomb, or Cymbal Monkey, is a familiar sight in numerous *Call of Duty* games, ranging from *World at War* to *Black Ops 6*. This specific figurine is designed to hold your gaming controller, but its appearance—with dynamite and cables—mimics a weapon. The TSA's message was clear: "This monkey may rack up points in a game, but in real life, leave the gear for your loadout screen, not your baggage. Replica weapons and explosives, no matter how cool or collectible, aren't allowed in either carry-on or checked baggage."

The TSA website provides further details on prohibited items, including toy weapons such as "squirt guns, Nerf guns, toy swords, or other items that resemble realistic firearms or weapons." This incident underscores the quality and realism of the Monkey Bomb replica, but also serves as a cautionary tale for travelers. If you're heading to a gaming convention or any event where you might purchase similar merchandise, remember that the TSA prohibits any item in checked or carry-on baggage if it's deemed a security threat, even if it's just a replica. Whether it's a Monkey Bomb figurine or a set of *Naruto*-themed throwing knives, think twice before packing them in your luggage.