Forgive me if this isn't the place to post this, I went through the search and didn't find anything related to it.

Anyone on FT a skydiver? I'm just about finishing my AIF course, and close to getting my "A" license. Once I do, I'm going to buy my own gear. One of the biggest reasons I'm getting my license is so that when I travel, I can explore jumping from drop zones around the world. Sure as hell beats a cup of coffee as a wake-up.

That said, was wondering if any other skydivers on FT have had any problems bringing their chutes on as carry-on baggage? A parachute, according to the TSA's guide for acceptable carry-on's, meets all the requirements, and can be brought on the plane and stored in the overhead compartment. Obviously, there's no way I'd ever check my chute, (I hate checking luggage as it is...)

Thoughts on this? Unlike my carry-on bag, it's not something I'd particularly want to have shoved around by some guy trying to fit his 84" rollerbag next to my chute.

Thanks, all...