It's getting more and more difficult to fly. Plus not good for global warming.
Look at the botttom line price you're paying and ask yourself if it's worth it.

Would have thought that an Irish air line had special handling for fiddles??   O'Leary is sliping.

I've taken my guitar as carry on luggage in a soft case. Had to have the concertina and Melodeon in the hold, in a solid case with lots of clothes wrapped around them. That's what the clothes are for. You can use dirty clothes on the way back. Fortunately the voice goes with me.

Chas