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Old Nov 25, 2009, 5:30 AM
The_Judge The_Judge is offline
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Originally Posted by mars6423 View Post
i am pretty sure it says do not pack electronics in your checked luggage as the airline isn't responsible for that (seen that many times i have booked a flight, as well as on signs at the airport near check in) so i think your gonna be out of luck here
I wanted to mention this in my post too but got sidetracked. Found this as well on the website.....

Fragile/Perishable Items
Passengers may include fragile and perishable items in their checked or carry-on baggage. However, Northwest is not liable for the loss, damage, spoilage, or delay in delivery of fragile or perishable items included in the passenger's baggage, with or without the knowledge of Northwest.

A fragile and/or bulky item may be carried as cabin-seat baggage subject to certain restrictions. See Carry-on Baggage for details.

Examples of fragile or perishable items include, but are not limited to:


Artistic items
Articles tied, taped, wired, or strapped to the exterior of any piece of baggage
Boxes, sacks, and bags that do not provide sufficient protection from damage to the container and its contents
Chinaware, ceramics, or pottery
Electronic and mechanical items
Garment bags
Glass and glassware, including telescopes, binoculars, and barometers
Household articles
Liquor cartons
Musical instruments and equipment
Paper items
Perishable items, including floral and nursery items
Photographic and cinematographic equipment
Precision items, including medical items and calibrated measuring devices
Recreational and sporting goods
Toys
Uncrated/unprotected items whose shapes, material, or characteristics render them susceptible to damage.

http://www.nwa.com/travel/luggage/specialitems.html