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flying with a FS102

Started by mary hofer, 03/26/2003 11:36PM
Posted 03/26/2003 11:36PM Opening Post
Anyone flown recently with this or a similar sized refractor (4", f/8) lately? Problems with carry-on?
Mary
Posted 03/27/2003 12:07PM #1
Mary, I have an FS-102 and it's way too big to go as carry on and as checked baggage, I fear baggage handling is too rough. In addition, many airlines have severe checked baggage restrictions nowadays. I would think that you can pack it up, UPS it to your new location, that way you won't have to worry about moving it yourself. Of course, don't forget that heavy tripod and mount too!
Ivan