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How to Pack My Camera for an Airplane

Taking a camera on a trip is an way to capture memories. However, packing and transporting a camera and equipment on an airplane can be tricky. The main objective in packing a camera for the plane is to keep it as immobile as possible. Cameras and related equipment have sensitive electronics which can be damaged by rough bag handling and movement on the flight. Keep your camera safe by following these tips.

Things You'll Need

Camera bag
Suitcase
Clothing
Bubble wrap

Instructions

- 1
  Separate each item belonging to your camera setup. Pack camera body, lenses, tripods, memory cards, film, etc., separately so they don't hit one another.
- 2
  Unzip a camera bag that has padding and adjustable slots that fit your equipment. Place each element in the bag and adjust the compartments so each piece fits snugly. The goal in packing them tightly is so they won't jostle around and damage delicate mechanisms.
- 3
  Zip the camera bag and place it into your suitcase. Situate the bag so it is surrounded by clothes on all sides. Pack clothing around the bag so it doesn't shift out of position on the flight.
- 4
  Wrap any equipment that won't fit into the camera bag in clothing, fabric or bubble wrap. Nestle it in among the clothes in the same way the bag was placed in Step 3.

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