Is this bag considered oversize by airlines?
1836960
No, I just flew to Mexico with one and subject didn't arise, but the handle tore loose and a seam tore, I just returned it.
1832883
I would say no, cause its really big, it states 40x20x10 full but you can stuff it bigger to about 41x22x14. check with the airlines for the over size limits
93552
If you're traveling spirit airlines and dont want to pay the carry on fee, this bag is too large. I've carried on this bag no problem on Delta and AA for no charge as it fits easily into the overhead bins because its squishy
1849317
Depends on the airline... It's a bit bigger than most carry-ons but that also depends how full you pack it!
106723
It is fine on regular flights (in USA & Canada). I believe it is advertised as their largest that fits standard size restrictions. I took it as carry-on on one trip, fit nicely in overhead bin.
1343693
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.
1478100
if it is overstuffed, it may be too long. I have had friends use theirs as carry on, but I did not attempt to. It is a smaller (higher than a chair back) pack and very lightweight though.
606893
I'm not sure it would be considered a carry-on for all airlines. Your best bet is to look at the carry-on requirements for the airline(s) you're interested in and then compare it to the specs of this bag. Keep in mind that airlines change the carry-on requirements all the time, so it's not always guaranteed that you can carry this bag on. When I used it to go to Europe, I didn't have any problems on Delta or Easy Jet carrying this bag on. It helps that it is very flexible.
1908507
Its really looks big when fully stuffed. But I used this bag as carry on (fully stuffed) for more than 8 flight journey (both domestic and international). You are good to go.
232880
From what I have read it is. From experiance if your taking it as a carry on it needs to fit under your seat. I dont know what the guidlines are otherwise. But like I said it did say it was airline approved and that is why one of the reasons I got one just in case.
931305
No. It does meet most airline carry on size for 47"; keep in mind you could go all the way up to 51" overall size due to the fact the it is a soft sided garment bag. P.s. use maxpedition cubiods and/or tactical toiletry bag, makes life so much easier. In my experience no one ever check the size. Plus if it is a full flight like they are usually certain airlines will check your carry on luggage for free at the gate as a courtesy for allowing more space for other passengers. Don't sweat it. I last flow in June 2014.
750596
I'm not sure which dimensions are correct, but I know that stuffed full, we were able to take the bag as a carry-on domestically and internationally (using Quantas which has pretty tight carry on standards).
1328563
The bag is actually 9 3/4" deep and does NOT fit within airline carry-on regulations. I took it to the airport and tried to fit it in a United carry-on size check box and it did NOT fit. The wheels and the hard bottom surface of the bag are too wide for the 9" dimension.
1507522
I used the bag on a trip from Japan to US to Mexico. It was checked through from Japan to Guadalajara with no problems. I had to pay for the extra suitcases, but no oversize fees. It was full of long, but not bulky or heavy items and wasn't stuffed to capacity, though.
1996400
I had not problem with this pack. I travelled with this bag as a carry on to four different countries. The trick is not to pack the "day pack" with things when you take is as a carry on. So that way it do not look too wide. Also if that so you can always detach the day pack and put it under your seat or carry it as a personal item.
1475320
Not sure it has officially says airline approved, the size is within their regulations and air ventilation plus if accident the floor would absorb. Also, my dog Bones was transported on United from Ohio to California in-cabin using this bag.
2008882
Yes. It's a perfect carry-on size. I have traveled with this with absolutely no problems.