Is this sturdy enough for airline travel? Are there holes in the back (photo seems to show, but would like to confirm)?
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In order to be airline approved, the fasteners on this kennel must be changed out with the Pet Carrier Fasteners.
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The carrier is airline approved, but each airline has there own rules, so please check with your airline if approved.
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The crate is not as sturdy as past generation crates, but I reckon it would be acceptable for air travel. I'm not sure if they stack crates or how they are managed in planes. Nonetheless, it's a good, lightweight crate. It might be good to do a little research to see if there are other crates especially rated for air travel?
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It is rather strange the way it is, in my opinion. If you plan to just use it around home, you can care for it well enough that it won't get damaged. But if you plan to travel with it, be prepared for it to get scratched and cracked. The airline staff don't care and it will get thrown around. Also scratched it a few times ourselves when we were in a big hurry to get it folded up and on a bus.
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Chris, I could fly with this bag, but, I am not sure it would last very long. Airlines tend to beat things to death. The other issue would be the addition of another bag to your flight cost. This bag is great if you carry a couple of pairs of shoes, socks, misc. items etc., in your vehicle, and play often. It becomes a convenience bag to store your extra items in, and have them with you when needed.
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Its not hard like hard airline luggage but the sides are a firm canvas. Ive never really examined it but there must be some sort of frame inside. Its capable of holding its shape when you sit it down... empty of full.. I really like it. Its fits the inner tour pak perfectly.
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As far as I know, you'd have to check it as baggage. It's sturdy as heck, but it's definitely on the large side, and I think guitars generally have to be checked anyway. When in doubt, check with your airline.
378666
No, sorry. I have only used it to transport my laptop to and from workshops. It seems sturdy enough and is still in great shape after a few months.
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I would say no. It does not fold down well and is too big. Airlines want carriers; however, to be sure, check with them.
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I checked my bag and I would say it has about 1/2" of padding. Plenty of padding to carry around but like rdwalker26 answered it will probably not hold up to airline travel.
490755
yes, it is very sturdy. it has thick canvas. It is almost like a mini suitcase for your shoes. I think it would work well for your car traveling purpose.
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Yes it's sturdy enough for me. I used it for my groceries , also for cooked food items that I don't want to spill... very useful...easy to carry too
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It is quite sturdy. We used it to transport fishing poles while flying. I guess it would depend upon what conditions you were incurring during transport and the packaging you put inside. They are not padded, so the tube would not absorb the shock of being dropped. They are sturdy, so it would protect from bending and crushing from items stacked on top. I just don't know enough about how you plan to use it to give a firm yes or no answer to your question.
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It is quite a bit smaller than the backpack I use as luggage. It is ripstop material, but offers no protection for contents, as a sturdier "student" backpack does. I would hesitate to put it on the floor of a plane with anything in it that would squish(toothpaste), get bent or broken(MP3 player, tablet), etc. Hope this helps.
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Yes. It is holding up quite well. I haul my small laptop to and from work every day and have been very pleased with this backpack. It is strong for being so light. The padding is just right for me. It is comfortable but not overpadded.
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P.S. You might also want to save the box it comes in. It's fairly sturdy. I cut some packing foam to size so its braced and cushioned in the box and doesn't slide around inside when its in my back pack. I take it back and forth between work and home every weekend.
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This case has a built in TSA lock so technically it is made for air travel. I have not flown with it so I cannot attest to it's luggage durability. Judging from it's construction, I would rate it 6 out of 10 in that category. If I were a travelling musician, i would opt for a more sturdy flight case. I have 4 of these cases and I like them a lot but I would be reluctant to let the gorillas handle them.
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Hi - I own this unit and it's pretty good. I would not take it on a plane - it's awkward even folded up - the handle sticks out - I think you'd find it a real pain to try and fit - no flex.
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It's really for travel; small enough for flights (as hand-carry luggage), durable enough for hikes. Had mine for 3 years and it's still intact.