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Kamlan 28mm F1.4 MF for APS-C

01/10/2012 01:57:23 PM · #1

Hi

Anyone every checked a Peli case into an aircraft hold?
I have a Peli Case with lenses and two camera bodies in and am due to fly to Iceland in 8 weeks.
My head says " it should be fine, that's what they are made for"
My head says " don't do it"

Any experience with this?
I do have all of the bits of kit cut into foam and not just dividers.
I want to take it all as it is a photographic trip, but feel very nervous?

Any comments would be great?

Thanks
Guy

Manic

DJI Mini 3 Pro

01/10/2012 02:09:27 PM · #2

I've got the Peli 1510, which is carryon sized, and I've successfully persuaded airlines to let me take it as carryon on several flights now. However, I'd have no problems (apart from TSA/baggage handler theft, but that's a different issue) with it being in the hold - those things are almost indestructable!

Message edited by author 2012-01-10 14:13:35.

GeneralE

Canon PowerShot S3 IS

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

01/10/2012 03:06:38 PM · #3

Seems like theft or misdirection (you are in Iceland, your camera is in Fiji) are the major risks, but unless you have something(s) more valuable you need to take as carry-ons, why wouldn't you keep it with you?

Covert_Oddity

Nikon D700

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

01/10/2012 03:23:17 PM · #4

I had this exact same dilema when returning from Australia and bringing all my kit.

I ended up putting the whole lot in a carry on and sending the empty case by land, just couldn't bring myself to trust it, especially after some of the damage I've had done to normal suitcases.

When I had the whole lot in hang luggage (camera body + 5 lenses) no one even gave it a second glance. Just make sure they are all individually protected, I had all my lenses in their own cases, as it will still take some knocks and bumps even as hand luggage.

Giles

Canon EOS-5D Mark III

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

01/10/2012 03:36:15 PM · #5

i doubt they'll get damaged peli's are supper tough

01/10/2012 04:04:57 PM · #6

Thanks everyone.
Absolutely right about carry on.
It's just i have so much stuff that my Lowepro rucksack might struggle.
I want to take filters, flashes and lenses.
Plus cards and laptops.
It is a bit much for carry on.

I have the 1690 with all lenses mounted so that the lens caps show when you open the cases.
( I can get more in that way)
I have paid for an extra luggage allowance and really want to but there is just a nagging worry.

I have a watch that is water proof to six atmospheres,
I just want to be reassured that when I drop it in the sink whilst shaving it is going to be okay
:-)

01/10/2012 04:06:23 PM · #7

Meant 1660 Peli Case
The big one.
:-)

Originally posted by Guyzy:

photodude

01/10/2012 04:49:09 PM · #8

The cases themselves are very tough - nothing like regular luggage. Alegedly, 2 were found intact and floating in the Atlantic Ocean after the crash of an Air France jet a few years ago. I would be more worried about it not arriving or arriving empty.