Originally Posted by
alfltor
It looks like my reply was not published due to the link to the Delta webpage, but you can find this restriction by searching for
"SPECIAL ITEMS ARE BAGGAGE, TOO" site:delta.com
I see the the section under special items now. However I believe they are entailing items that are of a fragile/high value nature. Ie a hard disk, a CPU chip, etc. They're not meaning you can't pack a keyboard or mouse. However as is usual, an agent has no clue to real meaning and just says anything related.
Most likely some bozo clown put a HD in checked luggage and then tried to file a damage claim. Easier to put computer and computer related accessories then to list out each item. Stretched to the limit the DL agent you talked to, a CD wouldn't be allowed.