cans of pop on an airplane

[networktek]

does any one know if i put pop cans in my suite case that goes in the belly of the plan would pop or would it be ok
thanks

 

[ccgirl]

It's quite possible they would pop, not only soaking your luggage but those around it. I wouldn't take the chance. I would just buy it when you get down there. Hess Gas stations are very reasonable for soda (sorry, pop).

 

[jlewisinsyr]

Please do not put soda, water or any other liquid of large quantities in your checked luggage, the risks of it breaking are too high and you will not cause just damage to your luggage but your fellow passengers as well.

 

[ExPirateShopGirl]

Carbonization and unpressurized high altitude is a combination that's probably as destructive as handguns and tequila.

 

[Gorgez]

tequila rulez!

 

[jlewisinsyr]

Carbonization and unpressurized high altitude is a combination that's probably as destructive as handguns and tequila.

Fortunately a lot of luggage compartments are pressurized just like the main cabin.

 

[seashoreCM]

The biggest reason for soda pop cans' popping is physical mishandling of the suitcase during loading and unloading. The pull tab is a very likely place where the can cracks open.

 

[ExPirateShopGirl]

They often are, but not to sea level or its equivalent. Cabins and luggage holds are pressurized to a level somewhere between 6,000 and 8,000 ft. typically. The decreased pressure can make lots of things pop... like ears!

Fortunately a lot of luggage compartments are pressurized just like the main cabin.

 

[Day-Day]

I usually put cans in a zip lock bag in case mis-handling causes a leak. I have traveled many times with drink cans in my luggage (with and without zip-lock protection) and have never had a leak or breakage.

Cans do not pop open at 8,000 feet. Cans are in the cabin for passenger service and the luggage holds are pressurized the same as the cabin.

 

[jlewisinsyr]

They often are, but not to sea level or its equivalent. Cabins and luggage holds are pressurized to a level somewhere between 6,000 and 8,000 ft. typically. The decreased pressure can make lots of things pop... like ears!

But it's not unpressurized...

 

[ExPirateShopGirl]

Ah, but the cans in the galley aren't sitting under 3 or 4 pieces of luggage

I usually put cans in a zip lock bag in case mis-handling causes a leak. I have traveled many times with drink cans in my luggage (with and without zip-lock protection) and have never had a leak or breakage.

Cans do not pop open at 8,000 feet. Cans are in the cabin for passenger service and the luggage holds are pressurized the same as the cabin.

 

[ExPirateShopGirl]

But it's not unpressurized...

And it's still not a good idea

 

[dburg30]

And it's still not a good idea

And people will still do it

 

[ratmaster]

Fortunately a lot of luggage compartments are pressurized just like the main cabin.

All baggage compartments are 100% pressurized. Any commercial plane that flies over 10,000 feet is completely pressurized. But you're right, still don't bring the pop/soda. Is it really that much of a money saver anyway?

 

[funhouse8]

I had brought with me juice boxes when my kids were younger. When I open the suitcase they were huge. Blown up like a ballon. I never packed them again. I'm so glad they didn't break.

 

[Day-Day]

... Is it really that much of a money saver anyway?

The OP didn't reference saving money.

For me, its a matter of convenience. It depends on where I'm going, what time I'm arriving, and whether my favorite drink will be available when I wake up the next morning.

When flying to WDW, we always rent a car so we make a grocery stop and there is no need for packing a couple of drinks. If flying to Europe or other destinations where its not likely that I'll get to a store before I need my drink, I'll pack a couple.

 

[ccudmore]

Somewhat off topic....

Talked to a flight attendant recently who told me a story of an entire wedding party and family that was travelling across the country for the wedding. An uncle of the bride decided to pack a bottle of red wine in his checked luggage for a special toast at the wedding. Of course the bottle broke and dumped red wine all over the luggage hold ruining everything including the bride's wedding dress in the process.

 

[MAH4546]

Put it in a plastic bag, wrap it up in clothes and place it in the middle of your suitcase, not on top or in the bottom.

I do this all the time because on my trips to Europe I like to bring back some sodas for friends and myself that one can't buy in the States.

 

[Halle]

I packed wine in bubble wrap and then in 2 yes 2 ziploc bags and as PP recommended put it in the middle of the suitcase. No problems.