American Federation of Musicians boycott lifted

[JAUQO III-X]

As a result of the American Federation of Musicians' boycott and the leadership of President Tom Lee, Delta Airlines recently has decided to allow small musical instruments and guitars on board all flights. Therefore, AFM has lifted its boycott on Delta. In addition to its carry-on policy, Delta also improved its checked baggage policy. Checked items can now measure up to 120 linear inches and weigh up to 100 pounds. AFM is currently urging all other airlines to adopt Delta's policies. We applaud Delta for its decision to accommodate musicians traveling with instruments.Thank you all very much for your support of the boycott.

[morf]

Great news for you guys!

[JimmyM]

I've gotten so used to checking my bass as baggage now that I think I would be extremely annoyed to have to carry my bass on. Plus now I don't have to worry about some nimrod sitting his 100 lb. carryon bag on top of it.

[JimmyM]

Also, remember that in some airports, such as Columbus Int'l in Ohio, the airport itself will refuse to let you carry on guitars and basses in gig bags and the airline has nothing to say about it. So while this is a victory of sorts, don't go selling your flight cases just yet.