violins as carry-ons now?

[Erika]

quote:

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Originally posted by:

Goose Bane

I can guarantee

you the unions will be working tirelessly with

many/most/all airline companies to ensure musical instruments

can remain as carry on luggage.

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You have a lot more faith in the union than I do.

[con_ritmo]

i just returned from a series of domestic flights.

no problems taking the violin onboard with either jetblue or southwest.

[David Tseng]

I flew NorthWest last week and I carried my violin onboard as usual.

[OuchardGadda]

Flew Air Canada to New York and back on the 15th... no issues.

[Omobono]

Flying Asian airlines round Asia I have had no difficulties. Just returned from Australia via Hong Kong to Korea with two violas - one in a shaped case with four bows and one in the suitcase. The carry-on viola case was never questioned and does fit comfitably into the overhead locker.The suitcase I picked up at a garage sale for $5 - canvas bag but strong steel reinforced structure. I wrap the instrument in bubble plastic sheeting and surround it with clothes and non-abrasive objects. It seems to work having done this three times with intruments. If the bag is well packed it remains stable and safe, well cushioned. Mind you I don't think I would attempt it with a really expensive instrument.

[Tets Kimura]

I've heard on the radio that officially you can carry your

instruments on board from today without any problem, even on UK

flights.

Good news!