[wisb] Re: RFI: transporting scopes on airplanes
- From: korducki@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- To: hopmoon@xxxxxxxxxx, "Wisbirdn" <wisbirdn@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 17:38:25 +0000
I carry my scope and binoculars on in a backpack or small duffel bag. Putting
them in their case if you have one helps too. They have always been fine in the
overhead. The last few times I brought my tripod I carried on. In my earlier
trips I always put the tripod in a suitcase protected by clothes. Having the
backpack and tripod as carry on items has worked fine without a hassle. I know
shortly after 911 a birding friend was not allowed to carry on a tripod because
it could be used "like a club". Fortunately I haven't heard of any recent
nonsense.
Mark Korducki, New Berlin
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From: "Jym Mooney & Carol Lee Hopkins" <hopmoon@xxxxxxxxxx>
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Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2011 12:24:10
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Subject: [wisb] RFI: transporting scopes on airplanes
I am taking a birding trip to Texas later this month. I know that my scope
would be invaluable on the trip, but I am wary of risking it on the plane
flight. What advice do people have on carrying scopes on airplanes?
Obviously I could carry the scope as a carry-on, but what about the tripod?
Should I put the scope in the overhead or under the seat? Any tips would be
much appreciated.
Thanks,
Jym Mooney, Milwaukee
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