Author: William
Date: 2003-04-01 15:14
When we flew last year to Florida, I got "selected" at every gate for "special screening", probably because of my clarinet case strapped over my sholder. Fortunately, I had checked my bag of accessories--reed knife, screw drivers, scissors, etc--with my luggage so no problem there--but at every check point, they actually opened my clarinet case and went through every (however empty) compartment--even my sheet music. I had to be ready to (politely and tactfully) explain how to safetly open the case--even my Harrison reed case--so as not to spill the contents on the tarmac floor. Thankfully, they did not try to inspect my Kaspar mouthpiece, but I was ready. This year, I think I will check my Kaspar and reed case as well, and just carry in my clarinet case my back-up Charles Bay with a Legere reed--in case I have to play "Fly Me To the Moon" at the gate.
Also, the AFM site has a letter that musician union members can print out from the National head of airport security allowing musical instruments as carry-ons. It is advised that you have a copy to present to any security supervisor in case there is a question (I have mine ready!!)
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