[pct-l] best way to travel by air with trekking poles?

[Gideon Scher]

Hi to all

What is the best way to fly with trekking poles? Am I correct in assuming I
can't carry them on board because of the sharpish tips?

If I am to put them in the aircraft's belly should I lash them to the
outside of my pack? Perhaps make them as short as possible and put them
inside my pack padded with sleeping bag, clothes etc around them to prevent
damage or flexing they are not designed for?

Thanks,
Gideon