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Thanks, that's interesting to know. But does it mean you can have an instrument AND a carry-on bag? I flew numerous time with a guitar without any problem. Onl

Thanks, that's interesting to know. But does it mean you can have an instrument AND a carry-on bag? I flew numerous time with a guitar without any problem. Only once they bothered me. I had a laptop and an electric guitar in a gig bag. They didn't allow me to take both items with me. I had to put the laptop and the guitar in the same bag.

AccordionGuy 13y ago
I've never had a problem with carry both an accordion and a knapsack containing my laptops. The accordion I travel with fits handily in just about every aircraft's overhead compartment, which certain simplifies those rare moments when the flight crew gives me static about not checking or gate-checking it. I agree with the author that getting on the plane early is important. Another good trick is to try and get seats near the rear of the plane, as many (but not all) airlines try to board the plane from the rear seats first. This gives you a better shot at getting space in one of the overhead compartments.