I usually leave my lapel pin in my suit jacket, but if necessary I can pack it into my check-in luggage.
For a domestic flight within the U.S., is this something I need to worry about?
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A 'regular' sized lapel pin should not set of the mag. However, certain 'symbols' might be suspicious if the Screener recognizes or confuses them. ;)– DTRTCommented Sep 28, 2017 at 14:19
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Yes, you can wear it.
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You may transport this item in carry-on or checked baggage.
Source: MyTSA
I do not believe there is any need to pack it into check-in luggage. Just like any other metal items on you, for example a belt buckle, you can take the pin off the jacket and put it in the tray with your other items while you cross the security screening gate.
What can I do to prevent an alarm?
To reduce the likelihood of an alarm that results in pat-down screening, remember to remove all items from your pockets before you go through screening. You should avoid wearing clothes, shoes and jewelry with a high metal content.
Specially that the lapel pin is not a prohibited item as declared by TSA. Safety Pins, Bobby Pins and Stick Pins are all allowed both in checked bags and carry on bags. I'm sure a clothing item allowed in carry on bag is also allowed to be worn, even though its best to put it on the belt to avoid triggering the alarm.
answered Sep 28, 2017 at 6:53
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1Since I have to put the entire jacket on the belt anyway, I won't even bother taking it out. Thanks. (Will accept after I confirm it really works that way!)– WildcardCommented Sep 28, 2017 at 6:55
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2for a minute I read that as "You should avoid wearing clothes" and missed the last part, I was slightly confused as you can imagine ;)– Keith MCommented Oct 1, 2017 at 6:31
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2@KeithM so was I, punctuation can be improved in that sentence. Commented Oct 2, 2017 at 7:45