I would like to know more about the upcoming case for the new Inspire 1.
Is it included : ) ... maybe not, but price and availablity?

Thanks / Sweden calling

Not included.  Several 3rd party suppliers are working on it.

Goprofessional cases just posted this on FB
New Inspire case....

Hi
I can't find the case on their webpage. Can you share the link?
What is the price?

Thanks

Goproprofessional Case    33x21x16 and 33lbs  ?lang=en

kasper.levison@ Posted at 2014-11-19 23:04
Hi
I can't find the case on their webpage. Can you share the link?
What is the price?

the are taking pre-orders

For me this case is too big and bulky. I would rather look for a more "portable" version which can be taken as hand luggage on plane even if it holds only the drone (and perhaps a battery or two in the empty spaces + charger) . If necessary the remote (presumably many only need to travel with one) can go elsewhere in another bag.
lets see if anyone comes up with offering a viable solution of this kind !

Hi Guys,
Can you also advice, will be any backpack version for DJi inspire?
Cause I want it to make more portable, to take it with me.

Thanks in advance.

Can the inpire 1 be foldable to be smaller? Or im dreaming?

A backpack for the Inspire 1 would be awesome!  It would greatly influence my decision to get one.  It sounds like it's fairly heavy compared with the Phantom 2 but hopefully it will fit in a backpack so we can take it on hikes.  

Scott
http://www.youtube.com/doctorrennie

That size of a case with six batteries and the unit better have wheels...

It does have wheels.

Can DJI program the Inspire 1 to a "Travel Setting" where the transition stays midway. That way (I think),  the case should be smaller.  GO Professional Cases should also make a small and a large case for the Inspire 1. I bought the Inspire 1 with 2 controllers.

tomswell Posted at 2014-11-19 23:26
Goproprofessional Case    33x21x16 and 33lbs  ?lang=en

The slot for the gimbal seems rather loosen. May not be suitable for long haul transportation.

I advice you guys not to buy cases now.

We will provide a pack mode function. The Inspire 1 can transform to flat itself.

Thanks Tao,
that is exactly what I thought could be done. Can you advise what overall dimensions would be achieved if transformed to flatten itself, once gimbal and camera are removed ?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/DJI-Insp ... hash=item3cecb9c04a

I will wait as Tao said it will have a pack mode and Go Professional doesn't know what dimensions it will have in that mode, etc...

Mcaprilesc@hotm Posted at 2014-11-26 09:51
Can DJI program the Inspire 1 to a "Travel Setting" where the transition stays midway. That way (I t ...

Look a towards the top of this thread:

I advice you guys not to buy cases now.

We will provide a pack mode function. The Inspire 1 can transform to flat itself.

tao.zhao Posted at 2014-11-26 17:15
I advice you guys not to buy cases now.

We will provide a pack mode function. The Inspire 1 can tr ...

Could you give us more info on this "pack mode function."

is it a programmed transformation that cause the inspire to lay flat?

Yes programable and lay flat.
Need take gimbal down first.

Mcaprilesc@hotm Posted at 2014-11-27 06:33
I will wait as Tao said it will have a pack mode and Go Professional doesn't know what dimensions it ...

New information will be offered when everything is confirmed.
Some changes is ongoing so I tell you guys not to buy cases now.

Hey tao.zhao

can you give an estimated time about the case.

My entire decision to buy the Inspire 1 relies on the case.

markkinley@yaho Posted at 2014-11-27 05:55
http://www.ebay.com/itm/DJI-Inspire-1-GPC-GoProfessional-Case-XB-DJI-INSPIRE-1-Pre-Order-/2616696341 ...

just looked at that with the stated import charges and delivery to Europe $755 they must be joking!!

nadeemshaikh@gm Posted at 2014-11-28 02:24
Hey tao.zhao

can you give an estimated time about the case.

I think before next Friday.

Hi all,

Go Professional Cases' Inspire 1 case design is being updated and will fit all. Please send product inquiries to info@goprofessionalcases.com.

@ goprofessionalc

The case which is on pre-ordered is quite heavy for Air-travel. 10KG + the  inspire weight is on a heavier side. Any chance of the case going light weight?

And can somebody please tell if it is a backpack for inspire?
Or no you don't plan to do such?

johnkilcline@gm Posted at 2014-11-28 06:40
just looked at that with the stated import charges and delivery to Europe $755 they must be joking ...

Includes wheels!  

Some of you guys make me laugh.  Tao.zhao is clearing advising, "I advi[s]e you guys not to buy cases now. We will provide a pack mode function. The Inspire 1 can transform to flat itself."  Still, some of you insist on talking about it.  Who you going to blame when the drone doesn't fit into the case---not DJI!  Maybe I'm just not getting it---shopping to buy something you don't even have all the facts about.  Is it that difficult to wait until then?  

Just ordered the new DJI nylon backpack for my 2nd P2V+.  A little pricey but very light and made of nylon. Case manufacturers for the Inspire should realize that there is a real need for this type of light weight minimalist case. We're obviously not going to use it for checked baggage, but it's perfect for day to day, local travel. Our only alternatives are either the cardboard Inspire box or the heavy hard case alternatives.

Case manufacturers would be wise to pay attention to what many of us have been asking for - a 21" x 20" x 9" hard shell case to fit the inspire 1 in "pack mode" with the camera and props removed, plus 1 controller, a couple of batteries, the camera, and accessories:



This would be the same length and depth as, but only 2" wider than the smallest Phantom case currently made.  While it would not technically be a "legal" sized carry on, neither is any current Phantom case, yet would (like the Phantom cases) still fit in the enlarged overhead bins of modern airliners.

Unlike depicted in the hastily photoshopped image, the controller would probably need to lay on its side - a 7" dimension.

Any case manufacturer that can get something like this on the market by January for about $250 would sell a lot of units as the first Inspire 1s start shipping.

I agree with ultraturtle.  The manufacturer that figures it out first will have my order. I suspect that cost will more however.

metalios Posted at 2014-12-7 06:11
I agree with ultraturtle.  The manufacturer that figures it out first will have my order. I suspect  ...

The smaller Phantom 2 Vision + case is only $209, and this case would be the same height and depth, and only 2" wider.   That's 11% more volume for 20% greater cost, which seems fair.

The larger Phantom 2 cases are 24" x 18" x 12", or 37% larger than I'm proposing for an Inspire 1 case, yet cost only $249.

Don't know if this is real or scam, but check the link from rcgroups.  Seems like the DJI Direct orders may be getting a soft case.

http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showpost.php?p=30145121

metalios Posted at 2014-12-8 23:32
Don't know if this is real or scam, but check the link from rcgroups.  Seems like the DJI Direct ord ...

Yes I was just getting ready to post that he also posted a photo of the alleged case that will be included. see pic

Just out of curiosity, isn't there a restriction on carrying large lipos on flights?

lboria@me.com Posted at 2014-12-9 02:22
Yes I was just getting ready to post that he also posted a photo of the alleged case that will be i ...

Emphasis on the word "alleged".

lethbrp Posted at 2014-12-9 04:45
Just out of curiosity, isn't there a restriction on carrying large lipos on flights?

Yes.  You can carry on up to a maximum of 2 x 5.7 Ah batteries, and an unlimited number of 4.5 Ah batteries as spares.  They must be protected from damage and short circuit, and all spare lithium ion batteries are prohibited in checked baggage.
Technically, you can tranport a third 5.7 Ah battery, but only if installed in the Inspire 1, and checked.  (If carried on, it would count against your 2 large battery maximum).

See FAA Battery FAQ.

DJI apparently sized the 4.5 Ah battery at 99.9 Wh to stay under the 100 Wh trigger that limits the number that can be carried.

The image of the DJI case was a bit dark, so I adjusted the levels to make it easier to see:



Looks like the form factor of the case I was hoping for!!