# 49 CFR § 1544.209: Use of metal detection devices

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-49-1544.209

## Section

- **Citation:** 49 CFR § 1544.209
- **Heading:** Use of metal detection devices
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** September 22, 2026
- **Source:** Publisher's official text
- **Location:** Title 49—Transportation > Subtitle B—Other Regulations Relating to Transportation > CHAPTER XII—TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER C—CIVIL AVIATION SECURITY > PART 1544—AIRCRAFT OPERATOR SECURITY: AIR CARRIERS AND COMMERCIAL OPERATORS > Subpart C—Operations

## Text

(a) No aircraft operator may use a metal detection device within the United States or under the aircraft operator's operational control outside the United States to inspect persons, unless specifically authorized under a security program under this part. No aircraft operator may use such a device contrary to its security program.
(b) Metal detection devices must meet the calibration standards established by TSA.

## Nearby sections

- [49 CFR § 1544.1 § 1544.1 Applicability of this part.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-49-1544.1.md)
- [49 CFR § 1544.101 § 1544.101 Adoption and implementation.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-49-1544.101.md)
- [49 CFR § 1544.103 § 1544.103 Form, content, and availability.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-49-1544.103.md)
- [49 CFR § 1544.105 § 1544.105 Approval and amendments.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-49-1544.105.md)
- [49 CFR § 1544.201 § 1544.201 Acceptance and screening of individuals and accessible property.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-49-1544.201.md)
- [49 CFR § 1544.202 § 1544.202 Persons and property onboard an all-cargo aircraft.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-49-1544.202.md)
- [49 CFR § 1544.203 § 1544.203 Acceptance and screening of checked baggage.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-49-1544.203.md)
- [49 CFR § 1544.205 § 1544.205 Acceptance and screening of cargo.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-49-1544.205.md)
- [49 CFR § 1544.207 § 1544.207 Screening of individuals and property.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-49-1544.207.md)
- [49 CFR § 1544.209 § 1544.209 Use of metal detection devices.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-49-1544.209.md)
- [49 CFR § 1544.211 § 1544.211 Use of X-ray systems.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-49-1544.211.md)
- [49 CFR § 1544.213 § 1544.213 Use of explosives detection systems.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-49-1544.213.md)
- [49 CFR § 1544.215 § 1544.215 Security coordinators.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-49-1544.215.md)
- [49 CFR § 1544.217 § 1544.217 Law enforcement personnel.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-49-1544.217.md)

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