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Old Jan 6, 2015 | 4:18 am
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Originally Posted by UA1KPHL
....i told him it has to be under 62 linear inches first off, and under 70 lbs.
it is $800 worth tv. i told him i think only a 40 inch or under would apply not the 50 or 55inches due to box size.
62 inches is the sum of W+H+D. Even 40 inch TV, with box, likely exceeds it. He/she will be charged oversize fee. Yes, it is risky and airlines may not be liable unless you purchase insurance for it.
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