can you carry-on a fishing rod on american airlines

Checked Bags: Yes Sharp fishing tackle that may be considered dangerous, such as large fish hooks, should be sheathed, securely wrapped, and packed in your checked luggage. Can you take fishing reels in carry-on luggage? Rods and reels are permitted as checked luggage and are also allowed as carry-on luggage by T.S.A. Reels are never…