Jim Carlton wrote:

> It's that time of year again. Traveling XC to Poway for the IHLGF and would
> like some advice on transporting sailplanes on the airlines. Any tips or
> tricks would be appreciated.

Jim,

I have traveled around with a BFB and never had a problem, except the sheer size of 
the box. A $20 usually works but don't try to
look too desparate when you talk to the guys. I just say, "Please take care of this," 
and hand them the money. If you ask them if
they can get the case on, the price just went up.

If you can fit your HL's in a hard shell golf  case do it. Another interesting idea 
I've heard of is using the appropriate length of
PVC pipe in the large diameter to pack everything in.

Probably the safest method is to ship the goods to one of the TPG guys. I'm sure they 
will be glad to help. Just keep you
tranmitters with you so they don't retrim your model for you!!!

Darwin N. Barrie
Scottsdale AZ

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