RE: [Harp-L] Harmonicas and Air Travel

[chicago bluesman <chicagobluesman@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

I once was prevented from taking my harp repair tool kit on the plane--there was nothing in there but some jeweler's files, a few small screwdrivers, the little metal shim to slip under reeds to stabilize while tuning, etc.  But the tools sort of freaked them out somehow.  However, I've flown with harps lots of time since then, both domestically and internationally, and never had a problem.  Maybe once they had me empty my carry-on and eyeballed the harps, but that was it.

I'll be playing at IBC, too, and will be flying to Memphis soon.  Good luck at the challenge!

> From: bobby@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> To: Harp-L@xxxxxxxxxx
> Date: Thu, 20 Jan 2011 20:22:07 -0500
> CC: 
> Subject: [Harp-L] Harmonicas and Air Travel
> 
> I've checked the Harp-L archives and seen that several of you have flown
> with your harps.  I will be headed to the IBC in a couple of weeks and plan
> to board with my harp case which will contain harps, mic, and two pedals.
> Anyone have any additional suggestions for easing transit through security?
>  
> Bobby