Carry-on case advice needed

sting808 · Apr 23, 2014

Ordered the SKB 3I-2011-7B-C case from Amazon to try it empty and if it fits, neoprene on the edges is good enough for me..
http://www.skbcases.com/music/products/ ... 05&o=&s=78

It is slightly larger than 22x14x9. Tradecraft, HPRC, and GoPro cases are too large. I was thinking about the GoPro for home use, but then realized it has no wheels.

Seems to be the best "almost" airline size out of the Pelican 1510, Pelican Storm im2500, Nanuk 935, HPRC 2550w

mchrol · Apr 24, 2014

Today I ordered Case from Italy HPRC 2700PHA2 - Not wheeled as the case is the same but little smaller instead of model HPRC 2700WPHA2.

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sting808 · May 3, 2014

sting808 said:
Ordered the SKB 3I-2011-7B-C case from Amazon to try it empty and if it fits, neoprene on the edges is good enough for me..
http://www.skbcases.com/music/products/ ... 05&o=&s=78

It is slightly larger than 22x14x9. Tradecraft, HPRC, and GoPro cases are too large. I was thinking about the GoPro for home use, but then realized it has no wheels.

Seems to be the best "almost" airline size out of the Pelican 1510, Pelican Storm im2500, Nanuk 935, HPRC 2550w

Got the case in and found out the advertised size is incorrect. It is the "carton" box size. The case is actually 22x14x9. It is tight, but will meet my airline carry-on needs and light local transports. The quad barely clears with 1/16" on the sides and <1/8" at the prop stud for height. Will use low/med density foam tape to protect maring on the edges and top. Will need to re-inforce the cube foam with glue since I'm cramming down to two cube foam thickness in some areas.

Not sure if I want to cut out space for the prop guards so stopped for now. Just need to trim the top cover foam and done. Here's some pics.

r0ot5 · May 3, 2014

Any of you guys know a case where the P2V+ with prop guards will fit?

Brew · May 3, 2014

Just FYI - I utilized the Tradecraft Case for my P2V. For the money, I thought it was an excellent value, especially for a wheeled, custom cut case.

As of yesterday, they now are shipping a P2V+ case.
My order is placed...

JoeColorado · May 3, 2014

What are the rules for flying(airline) with our stuff? Is there anything we should not take in our cases like the screwdriver?

Roegie · May 4, 2014

I got a packback that perfect for my vision +, lot's of space left for other stuff to carry on as handluggage.

http://www.amazon.com/VANGUARD-UP-Rise-II-48-Backpacks/dp/B008S94LRS

You can find a video of it here with a vision+
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AI1yVYSLl1E

sting808 · May 4, 2014

Finished for now. Will probably add AA charger slot, prop guards, or other use later.

I left the battery out of the quad to reduce mass so it should reduce movement when the case is jarred. The top cover foam holds the unit in place pretty securely. Used mini zip-lock bags to cover the motors to protect from foam debris. With this case, I still can use my medium size sling pack that fits my cameras, surface, and other misc things when I travel.

skyhighdiver · May 4, 2014

Here Is my Tradecraft ToughCase XRV
I could not be happier with it

Had room for all the normal stuff plus all my extras as seen
Have used it on many flights with no issues either airline or TSA
On one commuter flight it did not fit in overhead but got flight attendant to put it in closet

bobg · May 4, 2014

Roegie said:
I got a packback that perfect for my vision +, lot's of space left for other stuff to carry on as handluggage.

http://www.amazon.com/VANGUARD-UP-Rise-II-48-Backpacks/dp/B008S94LRS

You can find a video of it here with a vision+
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AI1yVYSLl1E

I can't get my vision plus to comfortably fit in this backpack. There is pressure on the front motors.

KG4MXV · May 4, 2014

David said:
I have a go professional case (hoping the vision plus fits it when it comes in) but this is the cut out that I can't figure out[attachment=-1]uploadfromtaptalk1397964560912.jpg[/attachment]

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It fits the landing struts for the F450.

Pistonhead · Mar 2, 2015

sting808 said:
Finished for now. Will probably add AA charger slot, prop guards, or other use later.

I left the battery out of the quad to reduce mass so it should reduce movement when the case is jarred. The top cover foam holds the unit in place pretty securely. Used mini zip-lock bags to cover the motors to protect from foam debris. With this case, I still can use my medium size sling pack that fits my cameras, surface, and other misc things when I travel.

Hi Sting808, I was very interested in picking up the same case for my vision plus but after looking at how tight it fits in yours im a little concerned.

Is there any contact between the motor shaft and the case lid? Could 6mm of foam still be left inside rather than shearing off the complete lid foam?

Any other issues you've had till date?

Any space to leave the propellers on rather than having to take them out all the time?

Thanks in advance to your reply.

Lucan · Mar 2, 2015

This is my case. It is excellent and should be fine as a carry on. To the poster asking about the slots on the gpc backpack, which I have as well, the slots are for extra motors.

Microraptor Pro Case for DJI Phantom 2 Vision / Vision+ Carry Case (Yellow Case, Black Foam) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MS4CHHA/re ... 9ub0AY9ASH
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MS4CHHA/re ... 9ub0AY9ASH

I do like the backpack, however the insert on the Microraptor case is laid out better in my opinion. The device holder has to be repositioned when switching from case to backpack.

pittsy · Mar 2, 2015

I have the vision plus and I use a Pelican 1510. It's a very tight fit but it's carry on size.

Pistonhead · Mar 2, 2015

Lucan said:
This is my case. It is excellent and should be fine as a carry on. To the poster asking about the slots on the gpc backpack, which I have as well, the slots are for extra motors.

Microraptor Pro Case for DJI Phantom 2 Vision / Vision+ Carry Case (Yellow Case, Black Foam) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MS4CHHA/re ... 9ub0AY9ASH
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MS4CHHA/re ... 9ub0AY9ASH

I do like the backpack, however the insert on the Microraptor case is laid out better in my opinion. The device holder has to be repositioned when switching from case to backpack.

Wow, this microraptor, the sea horse se920 and the tradecraft case all have the same outer casing.

Pistonhead · Mar 2, 2015

pittsy said:
I have the vision plus and I use a Pelican 1510. It's a very tight fit but it's carry on size.

Will have a look at this case, thanks

pittsy · Mar 2, 2015

Pistonhead said:
pittsy said:

I have the vision plus and I use a Pelican 1510. It's a very tight fit but it's carry on size.

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Will have a look at this case, thanks

Here is the link to a page I made with some pics and everything to fits inside as well as the amazon link to where I got it from.

viewtopic.php?f=4&t=35471

Redphantom33 · Mar 4, 2015

I have the tradecraft case and I love it!! I actually just saw an add box for Tradecraft on this forum page!! Very well made, sturdy, wheels, two handles and plenty of room for batteries and accesories. You can also pull out some of the foam material to make pockets deeper.

bbfpv · Mar 4, 2015

Redphantom33 said:
I have the tradecraft case and I love it!! I actually just saw an add box for Tradecraft on this forum page!! Very well made, sturdy, wheels, two handles and plenty of room for batteries and accesories. You can also pull out some of the foam material to make pockets deeper.

+1 for Tradecraft