Hi. Does anyone know if when this is folded it could be checked on a plane? Has anyone see a wire crate that may come with a case? Thanks.
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Although I do not know if this can be checked on a plane, it does fold up very easily and it has a handle to make it easy to carry. It really does carry like a suitcase. My guess is that it can be checked. It ends up the size of the largest side pieces, plus some width from folding (there is a pic of it folded on the listing). This crate is the best crate ever; quality, convenient to use because of the three doors and the ease of folding and unfolding, plus the price is an absolute steal! The top door makes my life much easier! I will never be without one now.
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I did get a round pen with a carry case but not a folding pen These pens, when folded, are about 4-5 inches thick. So, you take the deminsions of width & depth and see if that fits on the plane. I don't know what planes allow.
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Dear Traveler, I traveled on a , plane and placed the foam in my luggage. I didn't fold it in half but I did fold the edges and it was ok. No damage occured.
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I would say no. It's definitely not a folding crate. You would have to take it apart to transport it and put it back together.
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The handle releases and lays on a bit of an angle over the seat so you can get it in a trunk or roll it onto a back seat easier. I would think it could be checked at the airport same as a stroller or baby car seat. Maybe have them put shrink wrap around it like you can get done for luggage?
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I have travelled with this case in the overhead compartments. Bear in mind that different airlines and indeed even different planes allow different size cabin luggage. I have had to put it in the hold on small planes (Dash 8) but they put that in individually, luggage was collected from me on the Tarmac and returned to me on the Tarmac, not actually checked luggage. On the larger planes it is no problem but you have to watch your weight limit!
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No answer about dog crates but I will say that it folds well. You might need to consider a way to secure the folded wagon as it is possible it will unfold and be broken by other items around it.
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No, I have not. IF the TSA is diligent enough to find it, they will probably keep it just 'cause...but if it is in carry-on and going thru x-ray, I would make sure it is oriented to "obviously" be a spork and NOT oriented to look like a slim piece of metal. Don't bury it in your bag in case there's a question(outside pocket of ur pack and handy (in case they want to inspect)...OR...completely bury next to any other metal in your pack so they can't differentiate it from other metals. If it's checked luggage, it won't matter.
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So I have never been on a plane but I'm assuming there might be a far amount of banging around with the case and questionable actions with it. I would trust it. I had my $800 Taylor in mine and it fell out of the bed of my truck on to the highway and might have got it, when I went back and got it the case was scuffed up which is what was to be expected but my guitar didn't have a single scratch and the case was still in fair condition. So I would say yes to airplane travel. Sorry about the bird walk
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It doesn't come with a case. We haven't checked it in flights. We take it along with us into the cabin & hand it to the attendant to stow it away after folding. I think an airline once checked it in because they needed us to use their wheelchair
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If the airline allows gatechecked pack n plays, then yes. But think twice about toting this to the gate. It it VERY heavy! We traveled with it and Southwest curbside checked it for us at no charge (in addition to our two bags per passenger). Buy a gate check bag, though, to protect it - it will get tossed around. But allow me to reiterate - it is HEAVY!
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Yes, the crate comes with two airline rails. They are removable and store on one side when you fold the crate down.I would highly recommend this crate and am thrilled with the purchase. It is worth every penny!
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It would be fine if you're carrying the dog onboard the flight, but definitely not if the dog is going to be shipped in the hold. The pet will need a comfortable, locked crate with room to move around.
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No. I doubt if any airline would allow it. It is a folding crate and possibly could collapse from plane vibration. It would also make a lot of noise as the parts vibrate which may cause more anxiety for your animal. I have owned this type of crate (Iris Ohyama - Trekker is a copy of this one) for more than 10 years and have traveled internationally with my dogs, but I would not recommend it for airline travel. We have two of the Trekkers and two Iris Ohyamas and they are great solid crates for almost any other purpose. Fold up nicely and take up minimal space when traveling by car. Easy to set up and pretty much chew proof. No. I doubt if any airline would allow it. It is a folding crate and possibly could collapse from plane vibration. It would also make a lot of noise as the parts vibrate which may cause more anxiety for your animal. I have owned this type of crate (Iris Ohyama - Trekker is a copy of this one) for more than 10 years and have traveled internationally with my dogs, but I would not recommend it for airline travel. We have two of the Trekkers and two Iris Ohyamas and they are great solid crates for almost any other purpose. Fold up nicely and take up minimal space when traveling by car. Easy to... » Read More No. I doubt if any airline would allow it. It is a folding crate and possibly could collapse from plane vibration. It would also make a lot of noise as the parts vibrate which may cause more anxiety for your animal. I have owned this type of crate (Iris Ohyama - Trekker is a copy of this one) for more than 10 years and have traveled internationally with my dogs, but I would not recommend it for airline travel. We have two of the Trekkers and two Iris Ohyamas and they are great solid crates for almost any other purpose. Fold up nicely and take up minimal space when traveling by car. Easy to set up and pretty much chew proof. « Show Less
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Yes, it can be brought to the gate. Just be sure to fold it up completely just before you get on the plane. It absolutely does not need to be checked.
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My one concern with checking it would be the large number of batteries in the case. If the TSA doesn't have any issue with that, you should be good to go!
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I would check with the airline if they specifically call for needing a handle on top of the crate, but I've never heard of one needing a handle on top of the crate.
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Wire crates are not for airline transport. I don't know of any airline that accepts them. You have to use two piece plastic clamshells with steel fasteners or aluminum body crates. Be aware that inside dimensions on plastic clamshells are significantly smaller than outside dimensions (unlike wire crates). In some situations, the airline may charge based on the combined weight of the container & dog. Always check the specific airline way in advance for specific rules. Many cargo holds are not climate controlled so you have be careful about shipping dogs in very hot or cold weather on the wrong airline. Most airlines will have a web page specifically about shipping animals. There are also animal transporters that do it by vehicle for breeders, rescues, and individuals. Can be an attractive option but do your homework first. Separately, who do people bother to answer questions on here when they know they don't know the answer? A waste of everyone's time. Wire dog crates are designed to hold dogs. This is a pretty heavy and sturdy crate. They are not designed to support weight on top of them especially something like a laundry bag in the center which would not be supported by a frame. Some people will put wood tops on them but you have to make sure the top covers the whole crate and is supported by the frame all the way around. Frame wires are heavier/stronger than fill wires (the cross hatching wires inside the outer frame wires).