For us tennis players, our racket is the most important thing to us, besides tennis shoes. We get racket stringers to string them to our specifications, to what we love, we make sure they are ready for battle in another part of the world. So having even the slightest chance of our rackets breaking is a big no-no. But strangely sometimes we can bring our rackets up the plan, other times we have to check them in.
Are the rules not clear or are the staff not well informed? For most airlines, tennis rackets might be slightly too long to fit the cabin baggage dimensions if they are enforced to the letter. However, as with many aspects of travel, there is some luck involved, for example- which class you are flying in and the stance of the staff you encounter that makes the situation less strict than it may appear.
The number one thing to know is that the TSA allows tennis rackets to be carried on board. The same is true of most other agencies worldwide, including the EU see EU policy here. So it is up to the individual airlines whether they want to allow rackets on board their flights or not.
Many airlines do not specifically mention tennis rackets or rackets in general in their policies. Get a new tennis bag that is made for travel. Airline Hand luggage dimensions Hand luggage weight Do rackets fit the criteria? Explicit reference to tennis rackets? Looking for the perfect backpack to carry your rackets on board? This bag is designed specifically for tennis players who travel. Find out more. Alan Kelly Author.
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We've taken the time to research some unique gift options that will surprise and delight your recipient. Acing gift giving has never been easier. Be the first to hear about new products, sales, give-aways and more Hand luggage dimensions. Hand luggage weight. Do rackets fit the criteria? Link to policy. No, but they are usually allowed on domestic US flights. Must be light enough to store in the overhead bin unassisted. Subject to the same weight and dimensions as standard luggage.
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