[Dixielandjazz] Axes :) as carry-on luggage

[Mike]

Nancy,

  I would definitely recommend getting the instrument on as carry on or 
gate checked. It would also be very prudent for you to have the 
instrument insured. I use clarion insurance but I do believe homeowners 
insurance might cover it as well.

Good luck,
Mike




Nancy Giffin wrote:
> Greetings DJMLers,
> 
> A few years ago, there was talk on DJML about musical instruments being
> allowed as carry-on luggage IN ADDITION TO a small bag. Am I remembering
> that correctly?
> 
> My friend checked his trombone as luggage last Thursday and is having to
> play a festival this weekend with a borrowed trombone because the airline
> screwed up and lost his. !@%&#! (I hope it shows up soon!)
> 
> I can¹t imagine checking such a prize possession and trusting the airlines
> with it. Seems only right that you be able to keep it with you at all times.
> In this case, he was lucky to have a friend in that city who owns a music
> store and let him pick a replacement last minute, but what would someone do
> if they showed up at a festival with no axe (other than the one they have to
> grind with the airline)?