large instrument transportation

[Rachael Kafrissen <rokhl...>]

Dear List,

I may soon be taking my battered old cello on its first plane trip. I'm
somewhat clueless about protocol regarding instrument storage. Is there
an option between checking my instrument and buying it a seat? What
should I say when I buy my ticket? And last, will it be possible to get
away without having a hard case? I never really had a need for one, the
cloth case has done me pretty well all these years.

Thank you for your help.

-Rachael

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