Tools for the Task: Flight Cases

Sure, FAA rules governing carry-on instrument cases are relaxing, but better safe than sorry in the event your guitar is placed in the hands of the baggage experts. These ultra-rugged cases will put your mind at ease.

HOFFEE CASES

Custom Fitted/Shaped Electric Case
These flightworthy cases feature composite carbon fiber shells and tight-fitting, water-resistant seals when closed. Options include Thinsulate insulation, pro-grade cloth covers, and GPS location systems.
$1,150 street
carbonfibercases.com

TIMBRE CASES

DNone
Manufactured with tough yet lightweight Kydex thermoplastic, this premium case fits all standard dreadnoughts and features recessed latches, torqued hinges, a water-resistant seal, and recessed transport wheels.
$849 street
timbrecases.com

CALTON CASES

Electric Guitar Case
These rugged handmade cases feature reinforced fiberglass composite shells and interiors lined with high-density foam and plush colorfast velvet to ensure a perfect custom fit and high level of protection.
$945 street
calton-cases.com

KARURA CASES

TravelPro XL Series
These handcrafted travel cases feature cored carbon fiber composite construction, corrosion-resistant stainless-steel hardware, and interiors with ultra-foam cushion beds to insulate against temperature extremes and absorb shocks and drops.
$899 street
karuracase.com

CASEXTREME

Guitar Flight Case
These flight cases are made to order with recycled, corrugated polypropylene from the packing industry. Each uses an interior custom-foam insert (per an instrument tracing) for a glove-like fit. Crush-resistant to 750 pounds.
$297 street
casextreme.com

HISCOX CASES

Liteflite PRO-II-GAD
This case, which accommodates 95 percent of dreadnoughts, include a 2 mm puncture/impact-resistant outer shell, crushed velour interior, and foam-cushion padding at key interior areas for added shock protection.
$279 street
hiscoxcases.com

SKB CASES

iSeries 3i-4719-35
These injection-molded waterproof cases (335-style shown) feature impact-resistant submersible design, wheels, molded-in hinges, TSA-approved locks, and plush interiors that provide total neck support and protection on all sides.
$329 street
skbcases.com

GATOR CASES

GWP-Electric
Employing impact-resistant NK-7 resin material for the outer shell, these injection-molded waterproof cases have an ATA 300 spec rating. Other features include the PowerclawÔ latching system and a tilt-and-roll design with recessed wheels.
$279 street
gatorcases.com