DOT FINAL RULE ON THE CARRIAGE OF MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
April 8, 2015
As we reported earlier this year, on January 5, 2015 DOT issued a final rule regarding the carriage of musical instruments as carry-on or checked baggage on commercial passenger flights. The rule applies to all U.S. certificated and commuter air carriers, air taxis, and U.S. indirect carriers such as public charter operators that operate scheduled and charter flights to, from or within the United States.
The rule, which became effective on March 6, 2015 applies to the carriage of small instruments as carry-on baggage, the carriage of large instruments as carry-on baggage, and the carriage of large instruments as checked baggage.
Below is a link to the most frequently asked questions concerning enforcement of the Musical Instruments rule.
https://www.dot.gov/sites/dot.gov/files/docs/DOT_Musical_Instruments_FAQ_2_0.pdf
If you have any questions, please contact Evelyn Sahr (esahr@eckertseamans.com, 202-659-6622) or Drew Derco (dderco@eckertseamans.com, 202-659-6665).