is this case good for airline travel
1326903
I would go flying with a Pelican. Although this case is very good at protecting your firearm, abuse it may encounter would best be served with closed cell foam all around.
1326904
Great case. 2nd one I've owned. Traveled a lot (airline) with it - few minor scratches only. Shotgun always protected well. I think they think it's a violin!!
1326905
It is sturdy enough for checking on a plane but I would add an extra strap to prevent accidental opening since you cannot use the key lock because of TSA rules.
2161666
All I can say is that it is more sturdy than some cases I know are TSA approved, so it SHOULD be, but the TSA is sometimes hard to satisfy and can be fickle. They may not accept it because it uses a combo rather than a key. I'd contact the airline or TSA directly if you have any doubt.
542312
The case is quite large and would require to be checked. Some very large plane may accommodate as a carry on, but all other flights would see this checked.
1715573
I think it is fine for transporting locally, but the case is not rigid. I think a hard case would be safer for international flight.
542309
It is designed to be a check in. You wouldn't need this kind of case for a carry on you would just use your regular case. Sometimes the airlines let them on and sometimes that don't!
2093445
I use this case to transport my keyboard in my own car and I think it's great! However, this is a soft case that offers minimal protection. I would not use it for flying. Luggage handling at the airport definitely requires something sturdier to protect your keyboard.
2204921
Yes, and airline durable. I bought this case specifically to transport firearms while traveling via air. It worked great. Just remember to package your ammo in OEM cartons and NOT use TSA accessible locks on the case.
758788
Yes. The main issue with this bag are the latches. They will break easily. Mine broke on my first trip (by TSA) but the airline did reimburse me for the bag.
925518
I don't think it would be suitable for airline travel unless it was packed in another box. It could withstand a good bit of weight on it, and maybe the abuse, but no locking feature and sturdier means of securing the top sliding parts make it risky to say the least.
922295
Yes, that's exactly what it's designed for I think. It fits my normal bag with clubs, shoes, and has plenty of room to spare. It seems protect the clubs very well. I'vehad no problems on two cross-country airline trips.
953540
Yes but I guess it will depend on what you will be putting in it. If it's really full, they might ask you to check it. It depends on how full it is and also the airliner. It should be fine.
73152
Hi Shannon, yes! This case will fit in the overhead compartment. You just need to verify with your airline what the weight restrictions are as well as confirm the dimensions allowed as well.
1798978
I'm not sure if that lock will fit. It has a small hole to pass a lock through that I wouldn't trust. If your going to use something on an airplane I would go with a Pelican case or something high quality.
512037
You can indeed put a lock on the case. This case more ideal for home storage and light gigging on the road, so I wouldn't recommend this case for air travel. For any frequent air travel, I'd recommend either a rugged hard-shell case made by SKB or Gator.
2071138
I think I'd invest in a case made for airplane travel (plastic formed). This case is great for gigging and such, but I'd be concerned for airline travel, as the wood bracing the case would not hold up well under being thrown around, or being on the bottom of a stack of luggage.
428853
Based on my experience-absolutely! I fly between Seattle and San Francisco monthly and always take this bag (with my purse inside so I can also take my rolling laptop case). I put in on my back and roll my laptop case in as well. It will fit under the seat as well as the overhead bin. I fly Virgin America, Alaska, and Southwest. No questions and no problems. You will not regret getting this bag.
2165144
I've never traveled on an airline with it. I use it for long distance car travel. Based on the size of it full, I wouldn't think it would meet luggage standards for airlines. If not full, it could fit practically anywhere. I guess it depends more on weight. If you packed it based on weight, it would meet the standards, and it wouldn't be nearly full....