"Tim Powers" wrote in message ...
I hope I'm not being too forward here, I know it's been a while since I've
participated in the group.

A possible change in jobs has got me thinking I may be doing quite a bit of
travel for business in the coming years. One upshot is the chance to travel
to dark-skies, (NM,KS,WY...)something that is quite difficult here in the
Northeast.

What is your opinion on an airline carry-on scope? I guess we could go with
2 categories.

Under $1000 (where I'll be shopping)

and

Over $1000 (where undoubtedly most will say are the best performers)

all-types of scopes considered, optical performance should be the most
heavily weighted criteria.

Under $1000: Short tube 80
Over $1000: TV 76

Both work adequately on a light tripod (especially if you have a fine
touch). Both are excellent for terrestrial use also, a nice feature
while travelling. Neither will delay your fellow travelers by failing
to meet the carry-on requirements.

Regards,
Dave