A Delta flight experienced a departure delay after a passenger attempted to bring a guitar onboard and store it in an empty seat. According to the post, the gate agent did not allow two standby (non-revenue) travelers to board, presumably because the seat was being used for the instrument. Once onboard, it became clear that the guitar could not be properly secured in the seat, leading to further attempts to find space for it in the aircraft closet.
The situation reportedly delayed boarding long enough that the captain addressed passengers over the intercom and apologized for the hold-up, citing a baggage-related issue. The poster expressed frustration that two standby passengers were denied seats while the crew worked to accommodate the guitar.
The post sparked discussion about airline policies regarding musical instruments, seat usage, carry-on storage, and whether the delay could have been avoided with better handling at the gate.
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