Simply the Best Luggage
"The Expandable Rollaboard is my second piece of FlightCrew 5 luggage and it’s fantastic. It’s well made, practical, stylish and high quality."
Best for: Regional-jet regulars with small bins, and crew who pack for a quick turn.
We publish both numbers. The case dimensions, the packing body only, are 46 x 36 x 23 cm. The overall dimensions, which include wheels and carry handles, are 48 x 37 x 25 cm. When airlines publish size limits they mean the overall size, so compare the overall number to your airline's limit.
Its overall dimensions including wheels and handles are 48 x 37 x 25 cm. Published cabin bag limits for major European airlines:
| Airline | Published cabin bag limit |
|---|---|
| Ryanair | 55 x 40 x 20 cm |
| easyJet | 56 x 45 x 25 cm |
| British Airways | 56 x 45 x 25 cm |
| Lufthansa | 55 x 40 x 23 cm |
| Air France | 55 x 35 x 25 cm |
| KLM | 55 x 35 x 25 cm |
By the published numbers it fits within the cabin bag limits at easyJet and British Airways. Airlines measure the overall size, wheels and handles included, and policies change, so always check your carrier before travel. Our airline guide covers more carriers. And if it does not work out, you can return it free within 14 days of receipt.
Yes. The zippered expansion adds extra packing depth, and a fully expanded bag may not fit a strict airline sizer. If your airline enforces its sizer, board with the bag unexpanded and save the expansion for the trip home or checked segments.
Yes. The exterior fabric has a DuraGuard® coating that resists water and stains, so it holds up to rainy pavements and daily wear.
Start a claim through our customer contact form with photos of the issue and your proof of purchase, or make sure your product is registered in our database. If the issue is covered, Travelpro will repair the bag, replace the defective part, or replace the bag with a product of comparable value. You can also verify the coverage for your collection on our Warranty & Repair page.
Use a 50/50 mixture of alcohol and water, apply with a soft cloth, and gently rub the affected area until the spot lifts. Let the bag air dry completely before storing. A little lemon juice in the mixture freshens the fabric.
Travelpro products are covered against defects in materials and workmanship, on top of your 2-year legal guarantee of conformity under EU law. See our Warranty & Repair page for the coverage that applies to this product, plus a 14-day free returns period if you change your mind.
Key Features
Dimensions
48 x 37 x 25 cm | 48.3 x 36.8 x 24.8 cm
46 x 36 x 23 cm | 45.7 x 35.6 x 22.9 cm
This shorter version of our flagship expandable Rollaboard® is perfect for quick getaways or lighter packing and is guaranteed to fit in the overhead bin on any domestic carrier. The Travelpro® FlightCrew™ 5 18” Expandable Rollaboard® combines the most requested features from pilots and crew with commercial-grade durability that stands up to the rigours of professional use. A zippered expansion option adds up to 5 cm (2”) of additional packing capacity when needed.
Stay organised with two exterior front pockets, padded laptop and tablet sleeves, and a reinforced gusseted back pocket for quick access to essentials. Inside, the main compartment features a mesh pocket and garment pocket in the lid, one top and two side mesh pockets, and elastic hold-down straps to keep items secure and in place.
Constructed from ultra-resilient 1682D ballistic nylon fabric coated with water-, stain- and abrasion-resistant DuraGuard®, this 18” Rollaboard® is built for lasting performance. It includes heavy-duty #10 zippers, sealed ball-bearing inline skate wheels, superior screw construction, crash-guard wheel housings, corner guards, side feet, rubber skid guards and innovative “anti-crush” technology to protect the extension handle tubes from denting.
The rugged extension handle system features stops at 94 cm (37”) and 100.3 cm (39.5”) for comfortable handling at different heights, while a recessed push button reduces accidental activation. An add-a-bag strap with aluminium J-hook (included) provides extra carrying flexibility for totes and coolers. Backed by our Travelpro® 3-Year Commercial Use Warranty.
THREE YEAR COMMERCIAL USE WARRANTY
The Travelpro warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship but does not cover wear or damage caused by abuse, mishandling, accidental damage, inappropriate selection, or carelessness caused by an airline or other common carrier.
In the course of normal handling, your luggage may suffer abrasions, minor cuts, scratches, dents or soil. Certain component parts such as wheels, bumper feet, leather, etc., will show wear. This wear is not covered under the warranty.
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Overall rating: 4.25 / 5 from 8 reviews.
Review topics: ["size","bag","suitcase","handle","wheels"].
"The Expandable Rollaboard is my second piece of FlightCrew 5 luggage and it’s fantastic. It’s well made, practical, stylish and high quality."
"Good quality suitcase, however, it does not fit in the overhead on a regular interior 737 next gen, even without the extender. It does not fit in the overhead on any regional jet. This rollaboard is not fit as carry on baggage."
"I wanted to change my old tote for a new one and stop using my company suitcase. So I bought this. The size is perfect, just a little bit bigger than my old tote but much deeper. My complains are about the length of the handle. It’s too short, the tote hits my foot when walking and the small divisions doesn’t have specific place for pens, passports and wallet."
"Very strong bag and not to big for a female pilot!"
"This is a perfect size slightly smaller bag that I can take on smaller regionals and yet it is just as good-looking and durable as the larger roll-aboards. A winner in all respects."
"Ibhqve 31 years in the industry... this is the perfect size for 3 day trips. It will s small enough to fit under a seat and light enough to lift up over head. It’s the best!!"
"As a pilot it is the better purchase I ever made in this matter. It fits all my needs to travel around! Very satisfied!!"
"Suitcase is great overall. Very durable with multiple pockets, sturdy adjustable handle and smooth rolling wheels. Only issue was with using the expansion pocket, if used the suitcase will not fit in most overhead bins. Otherwise a grear suitcase and may even purchase another one!"