I fly frequently - does this case afford adequate protection when checked in as hold luggage?
184673
i would look into flight cases, by j winter or roadie cases especially if i had a pro sax. the roadie cases got tons of room and it's on wheels and locks.
184674
Yes it does! The case is really adequate for that! It's good inside/outside!
184675
I've never flown with it, but the case is pretty rugged. There is no lock on the case, so what happens to your instrument once you check it in is questionable. It would be difficult to fit the case under a seat or in the overhead. Also, you should know there is no storage room in the case, only room for one mouthpiece and the neck. All else goes in the bell.
1515954
Most definitely, the case is large enough to handle small items such as this. I don't feel that it is too bulky.I have my Magellan GPS 7 inch screen along with other items, and still have ample room.Very handy case for travel.
1131621
I recently carried this case with my Phantom onboard a flight and had no issues. The case even fit into one of those carry on baggage size checkers you may find at your local airport.
466460
My experience is, Yes. I always have a carryon suitcase and this case for my Mac, etc. No problem so far.
780596
Absolutely! I fly mainly on the major carriers and have no issues fitting over-head or under the seat. Regional type jets can be hit or miss on the over-head compartment size, but no issue under the seat. Going through TSA is a breeze as I'll typically stuff wallet & phone in the outer side compartment....unzip the laptop compartment, roll up my belt into the shoes and let it roll through the scanner. No bins needed! Easy pickup, zip up on the other side and I'm off and running.
927841
I would agree with that.. I only have the original box that I carry it around in with a cloth I put over top and under it and it hasn't failed me yet. Your case will be 5 times the protection I would have to assume..
542315
I am almost certain this would have to be checked in. The pictures don't give you a true idea of how big this case is, it's a monster. I have not been on a flight in about 6 years, and I don't think this would be allowed as carry on, but I could be wrong. Please let me know if I can be more help. I did a lot of research on this case and others, and buying this case was a little bit of a gamble, but so far I have no regrets buying it.
542313
I doubt you can get by security with it since it's so big, but it's built so well checking isn't an issue. I've taken my guitar on several flights with no problem. One unlisted perk to this case is that it looks *very* similar to traveling gun cases. In fact, multiple TSA reps thought it was a gun case. The reason this matters is that they may treat guitars like crap, but it turns out many of the agents have an affinity for guns/recreational shooting, so they actually treat cases that may be gun cases with extra care.
1910196
Yes, it all lined up great. For everyday use I think it is really bulky, but travelling, it worked great keeping it all safe and snug. Everything is accessible with this case.
2013661
Yes this case is TSA airline approved and you can place two padlocks on this case. It also has locking latches with its own keys.
2082411
No. The case is not large enough. I put my prop guards on when I'm ready to fly.
2131537
It is a good case for backs of cars and storing around the house. I would NOT trust this case through an airport. I would suggest a hard case for that.
1557155
That seems to be a common problem with this case. I traveled with mine last holidays, and even though it has just been sitting in the house all through, I discovered that the locking mechanism was not working. When I acquired it though, I tried it out and it was quite okay.
385558
Yes, and a very well designed case. I use mine on trips all of the time take a look at the bag on the Think Tank web site to make sure it addresses your needs.
849156
It is a nice case that will offer protection. Of course it all depends on how it is handled if check in. It is also water-proof.
2164602
To be truthful I haven't looked into it. I decided that the best way to insure that the case doesn't open during transport on the airlines, etc. was to use two side release nylon belts. Good luck. By the way , when the package originally arrived one of the clasps was broken off, lacking in quality!
1682649
I have flown a few times using this bag as a purse, in addition to a carry on item. No problems so far!