Traveling with golf clubs on plane for first time. Quick question?

Question

Tomorrow will be the first day I ever fly with my clubs. I went out and bought a hard shell travel case so I wouldn't have to worry as much about the waiver for a soft shell bag, and the extra protection I hope a hard shell provides. It also has 4 metal clasps with built-in locks so I don't have to worry about a padlock hanging out and snagging on something.

My question is does the golf travel case come out with the regular luggage/baggage claim, or due to its size, do I have to pick it up from an office somewhere? I am flying from Atlanta to Memphia and very nervous about my clubs. Again, this is the first time I have ever flown anywhere and taken my clubs with me

Answer 1

it comes out with regular baggage

Answer 2

depends on the airport. i've never flown through Memphis or Atlanta...  but many baggage claims have an "Oversized Baggage" area, where the ramp agents bring out golf clubs, skis, etc.

check in the claim area right when you arrive.