For what it’s worth, I’ve had zero issues flying with a standard 9 foot 4 piece fly rod in a cordura rod tube. Just flew to Florida and back with one over the Christmas/New Year holiday. United on the way to FL and Delta on the way back to WA.
That’s excellent news! Thanks for the report! This has me stoked for your upcoming adventure and adds new stoke for me on what the summer might have in store as some of my favorite haunts start getting into shape. 😎