Need Drone Bag to Meet British Airways Size Limits

[CadrePilot]

British Airways limits the "handbag" to 40 x 30 x 15cm (16 x 12 x 6").

I really like my Lowepro DroneGuard BP 250. It's just over the 6" thickness, but well over the 16" height at about 18".

The older BP 200 would meet the airline's size limits, but they're no longer for sale. Can anyone recommend an alternative?

 

[Marty Markoe]

British Airways limits the "handbag" to 40 x 30 x 15cm (16 x 12 x 6").

See my post at:

M

Post in thread 'Proposals for suitable bag or backpack.'

Jun 15, 2023

Hi. I wonder if anyone can tip about a good bag, or similar, for my equipment. There is a lot on the market, of different quality. I'm looking for a good one. This is what I want to carry with me. Thanks in advance.

Mountainsmith Descent Small 6L Camera Sling Pack​

A Sling Bag rides nice and comfy on lower back. No need to remove as immediate access is available by swinging the pack around to your chest. This pack has the Mavic 2 Pro, Smart Controller, 3 batteries, Olympus DSLR binoculars, filters, etc. Also has rain cover, auxiliary back strap for...

• Marty Markoe

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I see posts by people showing these bulky overprotected carrying cases. The case I use has shown in the picture has been all over the world. It carries not only my mavic 2 Pro, two extra batteries, smart controller, filters and other accessories but also my Olympus om2, telephoto lens, and small binoculars. It rides comfortably in the nook of my back while hiking or walking around a city. At a moment's notice swing it in front of me while still on the carrying strap zip it open and have my drone and your camera out in a flash.

 

[CadrePilot]

See my post at:

M

Post in thread 'Proposals for suitable bag or backpack.'

Jun 15, 2023

Hi. I wonder if anyone can tip about a good bag, or similar, for my equipment. There is a lot on the market, of different quality. I'm looking for a good one. This is what I want to carry with me. Thanks in advance.

Mountainsmith Descent Small 6L Camera Sling Pack​

A Sling Bag rides nice and comfy on lower back. No need to remove as immediate access is available by swinging the pack around to your chest. This pack has the Mavic 2 Pro, Smart Controller, 3 batteries, Olympus DSLR binoculars, filters, etc. Also has rain cover, auxiliary back strap for...

• Marty Markoe

• 

I see posts by people showing these bulky overprotected carrying cases. The case I use has shown in the picture has been all over the world. It carries not only my mavic 2 Pro, two extra batteries, smart controller, filters and other accessories but also my Olympus om2, telephoto lens, and small binoculars. It rides comfortably in the nook of my back while hiking or walking around a city. At a moment's notice swing it in front of me while still on the carrying strap zip it open and have my drone and your camera out in a flash.

And it looks like they no longer offer such bags. :-(

 

[GadgetGuy]

And it looks like they no longer offer such bags. :-(

Try eBay for used versions of older discontinued bags.

 

[CadrePilot]

This is what I got:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D8VVL45Q?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1

Actually, I bought a total of ten, and returned nine. ;-)

At the airport, I tested my packed drone bag in the bin they have and it was very tight. On the other hand, I observed no enforcement and many others seemed to be carrying bags well over the limits.

 

[Landshark99]

while not a backpack I carry my Mavic 4 Pro in one of these bags seems to make barely make most of those limits

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[CadrePilot]

My trip was a success and I had no bag size issues either going or coming home.

Actually, I'm a bit disappointed I went through the trouble of changing bags. The new, smaller bag isn't as convenient to use as my Lowepro DroneGuard BP 250. Also, I saw MANY handbags (aka personal bags) that clearly exceeded the published limits.

 

[GFields]

My trip was a success and I had no bag size issues either going or coming home.

Actually, I'm a bit disappointed I went through the trouble of changing bags. The new, smaller bag isn't as convenient to use as my Lowepro DroneGuard BP 250. Also, I saw MANY handbags (aka personal bags) that clearly exceeded the published limits.

The old adage, "better safe than sorry," comes to mind.
Good to hear of your safe return.