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Photo by Andy Miller, UK, Taking a rest, Jokulsarlon, Iceland

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Photo by Andy Miller, UK,
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Jokulsarlon, Iceland



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Helmet as hand luggage?

What is the current position about taking a Helmet as hand luggage?
Specifically with Icelandair, Virgin Atlantic & Delta Airlines??
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I have quite often taken a helmet as hand luggage. Have flown on Qatar Airways, Malaysian, Air Asia, Air New Zealand, Qantas, Virgin Australia, Scoot, Tiger.
But it is a risk, as the maximum dimension allowed is usually 230mm, and helmets are usually 280mm. If asked to put the hand luggage in the tester, it will not fit. But I have flown quite a lot of the world without a problem yet.
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We've had the same experience as David, no issues, lots of airlines, 4 continents so far carrying on. You should ask to be sure, but we carry ours in a helmet carrier bag so it doesn't leap out, and keep it behind us when checking in and boarding. Throw a jacket over it etc
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I have never had a problem taking a helmet onboard an aircraft as hand baggage.
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Flying with some indian airline from Bangkok to Katmandu I was not allowed to take my helmet as cabin luggage. So I guess this differs from airline to airline. Best would be to contact the airline you will fly with...
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you can take a hat with you so wear your helmet when in doubt.
But do not put a parachute in your hand luggage when you do, may look suspicious.
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Just back from Bolivia. I flew Avianca, BOA, and Ecojet (possibly the worst airline in existence). I had 2 helmets for me and my girl and no issues.
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That was potentially a pain in the a**e!
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we carry ours in the original boxes without any comments.
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I always take my helmet onboard an aircraft as hand baggage and haven't had any problems with it.
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