TSA Bans Galaxy’s Edge Coke Bottles For Not Being Actual Thermal Detonators
ARLINGTON, VA — It seems nothing can go right for Disney’s new Star Wars-themed expansion to its theme parks — even Galaxy’s Edge merchandise is blowing up in the news. In this case, however, the problem stems from its failure to blow up.
At a press conference this morning, the Transportation Security Administration banned the “thermal detonator” Coca-Cola bottles sold at Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios from checked and carry-on luggage on U.S. flights.
The collectibles, which are among the most highly sought after souvenirs exclusive to Galaxy’s Edge, have been prohibited for not being genuine explosive devices.
“Replica items are not allowed on aircraft. Per regulations, only authentic explosives, artillery, firearms, lightsabers, cannons and automatic weapons are permissible,” said TSA spokesperson James Tomlinson.
While the Coca-Cola bottles sold at Galaxy’s Edge are designed to look like palm-sized thermal detonator grenades, they lack genuine explosive capabilities. Put simply, they don’t pack any punch.
“The exotic alien language and logos are fine, but the grenades must be able to explode in some capacity,” added the spokesperson.”
In a response to an online inquiry, the official AskTSA Twitter account replied that the Galaxy’s Edge Coke bottles were prohibited on flights because “they make security’s job much more difficult.”
Apparently the replica thermal detonators could cause confusion for TSA screeners at airport security checkpoints, Tomlinson said. “It could create concern that all the weapons we allow on board are duds. And that’s simply not the case.”
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