Oh this compressor ...

With me I'm carrying a 50 L electric workshop air compressor for Eckhard. I was already happy that I could check it in at FFM as regular bagage with its 24 kg. While changing flight in Addis they pull me out some 30 minutes before departure and want me to open the compressor package. I have to argue that it is not inflamable and that it will not explode. Hmm, but it already travelled from FFM to Addis with me, why not further?

On arrival in Dar they make some hassle about tax payments for the compressor. Lol. Just because it's a huge package? Its value is just around 5-10 % of all the computer and camera hardware I carry with me but OK, here we go. Luckily I prepared a nice story and am allowed to exit with a grin :-)

Eckhard picks me up with my Toyota and on the same evening I get most things organised in order to continue my journey.Read more