Why a Flight Case will Rise to any Occasion

From the road trunk to the hold, an ideal flight case will keep your power tools, cameras, delicate instruments, and electronic devices protected as you travel from A to B.

But why are bespoke flight cases such a useful addition to your luggage inventory, and are they really suitable for all applications?

Throughout this blog, our specialists outline just a few of the reasons why investing in a flight case will revolutionise the way you transport and store your cargo – keep reading to find out more!

Why invest in a high-quality flight case?

A flight case is an ideal solution for any traveller or professional who needs to keep their fragile items and valuables safe during transportation. The following advantages that come with owning a flight case explain why you should consider one:

Flight cases are waterproof and airtight

A fantastic quality of flight cases is that they can be utilised across all environments, whether on dusty building sites, boats, or flights across the world.

This is due to the fact that all top-brand flight cases are made from durable, water-resistant materials that resist water damage. What’s more, many plastic flight cases have a rubber O-ring seal that prevents moisture and dust infiltration, which could otherwise compromise your cargo. So, you can be sure any goods within the case will be safe from water and dust during transit to the hold.

Some bespoke flight cases even feature a convenient pressure release valve, built to regulate pressure within, as pressure changes during transit can potentially harm your goods – sometimes beyond repair.

Custom flight cases offer comprehensive impact protection

One of the biggest fears of any traveller is that their precious or fragile items will be damaged in transit. Breakages can happen throughout your journey, whether on the road, as baggage handlers load your luggage, or in the plane’s hold.

Due to their unrivalled levels of protection, flight cases alleviate this worry, meaning you can rest easy knowing your valuables are safe and sound from collisions, heavy forces, and vibrations.

All are exceptionally hard-wearing and crafted from durable materials, but depending on the brand and case type, flight cases can shield your valuables in different ways.

For example, the Flitebag Pro features a vibration-absorbing shock rack to prevent destructive vibrations from displacing delicate parts – this is fantastic for musicians or sound engineers moving guitars or sound systems.

Meanwhile, the highly durable Thermodyne cases don’t have seams or fitted corners that can split if dropped, as it is moulded from High-Density Polyethene (HDPE), making it great for those travelling to rugged terrains with expedition gear.

Reduced airfreight costs

As obvious as it may seem, flight cases are designed for shipping by air, meaning they have to offer a great strength-to-weight ratio to make them economical for air travel.

Their lightweight shells reduce your airfreight costs, saving you from facing hefty fees at the check-in desk.

Bespoke flight cases come in several styles and sizes

There’s a protective flight case to suit all applications, with many colours and sizes to meet your individual requirements.

You may be looking to fly with specialist filming equipment and tripods that need a lengthier case. Or maybe you need a more compact container for small medical devices. Whatever it is, there’s a bespoke flight case ideal for you.

Additionally, you can select from a range of colourways to make your case more distinguishable on the cargo carousel or to match your company branding.

Can flight cases be tailored to specific applications?

Flight cases can be specifically designed to serve unique purposes thanks to customised foam inserts, crafted to your exact dimensions to protect any goods.

For example, you can turn a flight case into a fine wine bottle carrier case – ideal for wine merchants transporting bottles for connoisseurs, or those who just want to bring some wines home from their holiday.

All you would need to do is select a container with an adequate depth, and add an additional personalised foam insert manufactured to hold each bottle.

Other specific uses include flight cases to hold rare collectables and specialised equipment.

Contact Hofbauer today for your bespoke flight case needs

Has the idea of a flight case taken off with you? If so, why not get in touch with us here at Hofbauer?

We’re an experienced retailer of hard storage cases and foam case interiors based here in the UK. From Thermodyne to Peli, we stock many renowned brands – our range includes flight cases in various materials, from sturdy polypropylene (PP) and moulded HDPE to aluminium and plywood.

Not sure which case is right for you? Our team is on hand to craft your perfect-fit flight case – simply tell us your individual specifications or requests, and our professionals will get to work producing your bespoke case.

Feel free to call us on 01452 309 782 to speak with a friendly member of our team, and they’ll assist you in any way you need.

Happy travels!