Airline Travel “carry-on”

[Chad]

Curious if anyone has had any problems taking their kites as carry-on?  We want to to travel as minimally as possible, but I’m thinking if I want to take three kites with me plus my different lines and especially stakes I may just take a larger bag and check it.

Thanks,

Chad

[The 5piff]

I've never had an issue with the TSA, they wanted to see the spars once but they've never taken anything

 

[riffclown]

Kites and lines no problem (Depending on size restrictions.

Stakes will cause issues and should be checked (or buy a cheap screwdriver when you arrive)

Quad Handles MAY bear further inspection due to the weapon-like shape..

Short version. Most things OK but check or leave the stake behind.

 

[Chad]

Thanks!  I’m going to stop by the airport tomorrow and ask.  We are trying to travel light.  Don’t want any surprises at 0430…

Chad

[edub]

using a OSK rollup bag - I have no issues with carry on using Alaska and United

you will have to remember to pack your ground stake in a checked bag or go with a sand bag style bag otherwise.