Think Tank Airport Advantage, Black

Think Tank Airport Advantage — Carry-On Roller Sized for Commuter and Regional Jets

The Think Tank Airport Advantage roller is designed specifically for traveling photographers and sized to meet commuter or regional jet carry-on requirements.* It gives photographers a lightweight, protective solution to bring essential camera gear onboard while complying with many U.S. and international airline rules.

Key features

The Airport Advantage offers a customizable interior that helps you carry the maximum amount of gear on the plane. Its ultra light design helps meet weight restrictions, while still providing the protection Think Tank is known for.

• Specially designed interior to maximize gear for carry-on for small aircraft such as commuter and regional jets. Meets U.S. and international airline carry-on requirements*
• Ultra light design weighs only 5.9 lbs. (2.7 kg), keeping your roller under weight restrictions
• Dedicated laptop pocket† fits up to 15” laptops in a padded sleeve. Check with your airline for current carry-on requirements †Laptop may expand external dimensions of the roller

Additional features

The roller includes several build and convenience features that support frequent travel and long service life. These features focus on durability, organization, and ease of use while transporting camera equipment.

• Custom designed retractable handle with inset channel on aluminum tubing for added strength and durability
• Tripod mount and water bottle pocket on side. (Additional straps included for larger tripods)
• YKK® RC Fuse zippers, and closed-cell PU foam are the highest quality materials in the industry
• Fits two camera bodies with lenses attached
• Lockable zipper sliders (lock not included)
• Interior zippered pockets for batteries, memory cards, filters and accessories
• User replaceable retractable handle, wheels, wheel housings, and front foot extends product life
• Custom-designed, high-performance, 80mm wheels with sealed ABEC grade 5 bearings for quiet rolling
• Seam-sealed rain cover included
• Handles on three sides ensure rapid and easy retrieval from overhead bins, car trunks, etc.
• Closed-cell foam dividers support heavy gear and maintain strength over time
• Business card holder on top for identification

What fits

The Airport Advantage can accommodate a range of camera setups and lenses, depending on how you configure the interior. The pack layout provides options for gripped DSLRs, mirrorless bodies, multiple lenses, and a laptop.

• 1 gripped DSLR with lens attached, 1 standard size DSLR with lens attached plus 3–4 additional lenses, and 15” laptop
• Or 2 gripped DSLRs with lenses detached plus 3–4 lenses
• Or 2 Mirrorless bodies with a crazy amount of lenses
• Max Lens: 200–400mm f/4 detached (hood reversed)
• Fits two camera bodies with lenses attached

Specifications

Materials

The Airport Advantage uses a mix of exterior and interior materials chosen for durability and protection. These materials help protect gear in transit and stand up to frequent travel use.

Exterior:

• Durable water-repellant (DWR) coating
• Polyurethane coating
• 420D velocity nylon
• YKK® RC Fuse (abrasion-resistant) zippers
• Custom designed extra tall skid plates
• High performance 80mm super quiet wheels with sealed bearings
• Rubberized laminate reinforcement
• Nylon webbing
• 3-ply bonded nylon thread

Interior:

• 210D silver-toned nylon
• Polyurethane backed nylex liner and dividers
• 2x polyurethane coated nylon 210T seam-sealed rain cover
• Closed cell foam dividers
• Mesh pockets
• 3-ply bonded nylon thread

In the box

• Reinforced padded dividers
• Tripod Straps
• Seam-sealed rain cover

FAQ

Question: Will the Airport Advantage meet carry-on requirements for my regional or commuter flight?
Answer: The roller is sized to meet commuter or regional jet carry-on requirements and meets U.S. and international airline carry-on requirements*. However, airline rules can change, so always check with your airline before travel.

Question: Can I fit a laptop and camera gear together?
Answer: Yes. The Airport Advantage includes a dedicated laptop pocket† that fits up to 15” laptops in a padded sleeve while still allowing space for cameras and lenses. Keep in mind that adding a laptop may expand the roller's external dimensions, so verify carry-on allowances with your carrier.

Question: How durable is the roller for frequent travel?
Answer: The bag uses durable exterior materials such as 420D velocity nylon, YKK® RC Fuse zippers, custom skid plates, and high-performance 80mm wheels with sealed bearings. User replaceable components (handle, wheels, wheel housings, front foot) and closed-cell foam dividers help extend product life.

Question: What camera configurations can I pack?
Answer: The Airport Advantage accommodates multiple setups: one gripped DSLR plus another DSLR and several lenses with a 15” laptop, two gripped DSLRs with lenses detached plus additional lenses, or two mirrorless bodies with many lenses. It also fits two camera bodies with lenses attached and can accept a detached 200–400mm f/4 (hood reversed).

*Check with your airline for current carry-on requirements.
†Laptop may expand external dimensions of the roller.