Professional Flight Crew 2-Wheel Luggage Details
The Professional Flight Crew collection is the most hardened and uparmored series of cases we offer. We added to the features found in the Leisure Traveler and Frequent Flyer collections to include our exclusive patented cargo track system, rear mounted proprietary curb sliders, and our Paradox custom dual ball bearing sealed wheels mounted into our CNC billet aluminum wheel boxes. You will find that there is no better roll aboard for flight crews in the world!
COLORS
The Dark Sky Collection is blacked out by hard anodizing the aluminum/magnesium alloy which not only gives the case is stealthy matte black hue, but protects the alloy from light scratches and weathering. (some pictures might appear to show a gray color but they are definitely airline compliant black)
The Star Light Collection most closely matches the natural aluminum/magnesium alloy color under it. It's color is reminiscent of a bygone era of early aviation and immediately draws the eye to it. It is protected with an anodized plating that protects the alloy from light scratches and weathering and if a deeper scratch occurs is better at blending in with the rest of the case.
DESIGN PHILOSOPHY
Decades of on the road experience have culminated in the very best flight crew-centric luggage available! We started from a blank canvas and let no compromises into our design philosophy. We had very specific design requirements:
- Beautiful aluminum construction with bespoke looks.
- All compartments are fully secured behind TSA compliant locks, no zippers.
- No external fabric construction to get wet or torn or cut open.
- Protection from impact or crushing for the items inside.
- Easy access compartment for safety vests, flashlights, bottles, hats, gloves.
- Light weight but very strong.
- Easy rolling on two dual ball bearing wheels, and stable rubber feet.
- Strength from sound engineering practices, use of CAD/CAM design and extensive stress testing. Structural parts made from billet aluminum, not plastic.
- Added corner protections from rough bag handlers, and baggage carousels.
- Protections from inclement weather, chemicals like glycol, and other materials.
- Multiple bag stacking options to make your loads easier to carry.
- Easy field serviceability.
We solved these requirements with something that normally the private jet flyers would carry, an aluminum hard side case! No more nylon fabric to tear and deteriorate. No more unsecured and easily accessed pockets. . No more heavy cast base and deforming frame bags. No more unsecured and easily accessed pockets.
INTERIOR
We provide an open interior separated into two halves of our clamshell case. The design allows for multiple packing options without compromising space. The case half dividers allow for the case to be opened in the terminal without your goods falling out even when standing upright. One side has quick releases so you can access a coat or purse without taking time to unzip. To keep things inside both protected and dry the entire interior is sealed with an innovative all metal tongue and groove seal. The two case halves are locked with special TSA latches which are spring loaded for a one touch push to lock or an easy two finger squeeze to unlock. We also swapped out the plastic interior retainers with metal for added strength.
Pilots and flight crews often need quick access to items like safety vests, flashlights, hats, gloves, or to throw in a water bottle for the overnight. We did not forget this part of your needs and added a quick access panel at the top exterior of the case. This quick access panel is located at the top as it sits on the ramp, terminal or in the jetway. It is a simple TSA locking single latch to open and close. It is just large enough to carry those quickly needed items or an overnight water bottle. It is designed to keep its contents separate from the main case compartments so if your walk around was in the rain or snow, your dry overnight clothes will stay dry and clean, We also left this small compartment able to evaporate moisture so if a wet hat or water bottle goes in, the moisture will evaporate out.
WHEELS
Our proprietary inline skate type wheels have professional high speed dual ball bearings. We take the extra step to weather seal them as well. We use a softer durometer rating so the rolling is more quiet. The wheels ride on a solid stainless steel axle so wet ramps and snowy streets will not corrode it. We do not attach these wheels to a plastic or weak cast frame, no we use solid billet aluminum wheel boxes at the back and feet boxes at the front! These take a lot of repeated abuse with ease.
CARGO TRACK
But what about my old 'J' hook? Well we have a completely new solution. We mount an aviation aluminum track on all flight crew roll aboards. If you buy our Flight Deck Case too then this is a convenient fast and innovative way to carry two cases as one because our Flight Deck Case slides onto the track for a secure quick mounting that does not swing or fall off. However if you have a soft side bag, purse, or a backpack we still have you covered. Our track system can also provide you with our unique easy on/off 'Quick Click' accessories. We have two sizes of lightweight composite hooks which are an upgraded type of ''J' hook you can add to our roller case. It is stronger, lighter, has no welds to break and does not let your bags swing off to the side and drag. It also does not cut into your soft bags handle. It can be clicked into any position on the front of the track up or down and easily be removed in seconds for storage inside the case without tools. More mounting options along with the hooks, such as eyes and stud mounts are available as well in our Quick Click Accessories section.
NOTE: All Professional Flight Crew Cases now come with our rounded end caps in the color of the case on the top and bottom of the track. If you order a Professional Flight Deck or Jetsetter case with mounting shoe at the same time as your roll aboard, we will leave off the top cap so you can access the track for mounting your shoe equipped accessory case.
STRENGTH
Our cases are very strong and are designed to take a beating so your items inside don't. The aluminum/magnesium alloy we use is both tough and light. The two hand carry handles are a dampened, self retracting design to keep them tucked in and away from danger. Our wheels are tough and heavily mounted and braced to take repeated hits and many many miles of use. Our multistage stepped long retractable handle is twice as thick as normal passenger bags and uses double wide and double deep locks which can also be accessed behind the zippered interior. Our retractable handle locks in the down position with internal locks and won't come open like the silly strap held handles of the other guys. But we also give you multiple lock positions up and down the length of the handle so it can accommodate many heights of crew members for the most comfortable walking position. Our handles and latches and feet are all easily field replaced with standard screws if the worst happens. If heavier damage occurs we offer spare parts that you can install or our workshop can replace them for you.
RETRACTABLE HANDLE VIDEO SELF FOLDING HANDLE VIDEO
While our cases keep your goods safe and protected they will show the abuse in the form of dents, scratches and dings. While the cosmetics will show your long miles on the road, the function of the case will remain for years to come! Those miles were hard earned by you and your Paradox Case, show them off with pride! Besides now you can put your favorite stickers on your case! If heavy damage occurs we can often repair your case in our workshop, just reach out.
DIMENSIONS
Unlike our competitors bags which are often measured without handles and wheels, and grossly larger when packed, our cases remain dimensionally correct empty or full. Further we are on average 25%-50% lighter!
| External | 22 | 25 | 30 |
| Length: | 20.2" (51.3 cm) | 24.5" (62.0 cm) | 28.5" (72.4 cm) |
| Width: | 15.0" (38.0 cm) | 17.5" (44.5) | 19.2" (48.7 cm) |
| Depth: | 8.7" (22.1cm) | 10.2" (25.9 cm) | 11.5" (29.2 cm) |
| Weight: | 10.0# (4.5 kg) | 12.8# (5.8 kg) | 15.4# (7.0 kg) |
| Internal | 22 | 25 | 30 |
| Length: | 19.2" (48.7 cm) | 23.5" (59.7 cm) | 27.5" (69.9 cm) |
| Width: | 13.8" (35.0 cm) | 16.3" (41.4) | 18.0" (45.7 cm) |
| Depth: | 8.3" (20.3 cm) | 10.0" (25.4 cm) | 11.1" (28.7 cm) |
NOTE: Inside volume is made up of the left, right, and external compartment.
22 case is a true carry-on legal size and will fit all standard overhead bins.
25 case is not carry-on legal but fits many bins wheels in, and certainly sideways.
30 case is not carry-on legal and must be checked.
Find Hooks, Eyes and Studs for the cargo track in our Quick Click Accessories.
OPTIONAL CUSTOMIZATION We offer laser etching to all our hard cases. Unlike a name tag that can be easily removed or lost, your case will forever be yours with laser etched ownership. You can add your name, rank, airline, or even a slogan or logo, the choice is yours. Etching the Dark Sky cases comes out in a lighter gray color giving a nice contrast and good visibility. Etching the Star Light cases comes out in a darker charcoal color on top of matte anodized color providing subtle contrast and a clean look. If you want we can etch up to 6.75"/6.75". Opting for laser etching voids your ability to return the case due it's customization. To order etching please add it HERE as a separate item from the product page. We will reach out to you for your desired customization.
Warrantee coverage for the Professional Flight Crew cases is 3 years from the date of purchase.
TEST DRIVE
Take it for a test drive! You have 30 days to decide if this is the luggage for you. Pack it up, roll it around your bedroom and admire the workmanship! If during that time you don't feel this case will work for you, simply send the unused case back!
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