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Flying with fencing equipment

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  • Foils are allowed in checked baggage only.
  • Fencing equipment packaged in soft-sided cases will be transported only with a limited release of liability. Customers are not eligible for reimbursement or compensation for any damage that occurs in situations where a limited release of liability applies.
  • Fencing equipment over 100 pounds in weight and/or 115 inches in total dimensions cannot be checked as baggage.
  • Standard checked bag fees and overweight bag fees apply to fencing equipment.
  • Oversize fees are waived.

Traveling on an itinerary involving a partner airline? Keep in mind that the partner airline may have different guidelines.

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