Pelican 1557 Air Case with Foam - Black

Camera operators and avionics technicians reach for the Pelican 1557AirWF when gear must fly as checked baggage or ride in a cargo hold. This pelican case belongs to the Air series, engineered with a lighter shell than the standard Protector line so payload allowance goes to equipment instead of container weight. The integrated wheels and retractable handle let one person move a fully loaded unit across tarmac, through terminals and onto set without a trolley.

The watertight polymer o-ring seal and automatic pressure equalisation valve keep internal pressure stable during rapid altitude changes, preventing vacuum lock on the lid after landing. Inside, the pre-scored Pick N Pluck foam layers can be customised around camera bodies, lenses, drones or test instruments so nothing shifts during turbulence or rough baggage handling. Stainless steel padlock hasps accept TSA locks for security compliance while still allowing inspection access. The double-throw latches open with a gloved hand and stay shut under vibration.

Moulded from proprietary HPX resin, the shell resists cracking in sub-zero cargo holds and won't deform under summer tarmac heat. The 1557 footprint fits standard overhead bins on larger narrow-body aircraft, reducing gate-check risk. A hard case built for the rhythm of fly-in fly-out production schedules and routine air freight rotations.

• Air series construction reduces tare weight for freight savings
• Watertight seal with automatic pressure equalisation valve
• Integrated wheels and retractable handle for solo transport
• Pick N Pluck foam interior configures to specific kit layouts
• Stainless steel padlock hasps accept TSA-approved locks
• HPX resin shell withstands extreme temperature cycles