Have Cue, Will Travel. BCA League & Program Department Offers Air Travel Tips for Your Cue & Case. We are all aware of the terrorist attacks of September 11th and the heightened level of security at all airports around the world. The FAA has announced that no objects that could be used as a weapon will be allowed as “carry-on” baggage – THIS INCLUDES CUE STICKS.   In an effort to minimize inconvenience to players flying to billiard events, the BCA suggests you consider the following luggage check-in alternatives for your cue and case:   a). “Bubble wrap” your case with cue(s) enclosed and obtain an airline’s “plastic bag” at check-in.  The bag is heavy-duty and is tied, so that there is little chance of damage to the case in transit. b). “Bubble-wrap” your case with cue(s) enclosed and pack in a box that you can check through as luggage.  Businesses such as “Mailboxes, etc.” are experts at boxing such items in advance. c).  Special cue cases are available from some retailers that have a cushioned interior and metal/aluminum exterior, making them immune to damage in luggage handling. d).  Check in your case as luggage (see above), but pack your bubble-wrapped cue separately in your clothing luggage. e).  Ship your bubble-wrapped/boxed case with cue(s) enclosed via UPS, etc., to your destination in advance.   Many people have always been somewhat anxious about air travel and the recent events have made all of us more so. The BCA staff understands this, but we also feel that it’s best for everyone to  “move forward” with plans, including tournaments that involve air travel. Air travel is still and will always be the most secure form of travel and the BCA truly hopes that the incidents of September 11th do not deter you from participating in events that you so enjoy and deserve.   BCA League & Program Department