well when i got it, it seemed flimsy... but when i packed it was great! light and sturdy enough!  we bought cheap airline tickets, no idea they wanted to charge for even carry on... this bag qualified on spirit airlines for under the seat... a $35 savings each way, IF YOU CAN PACK LIGHT... heck... we just wore more on the plan! ha to the airlines... for just under $12... don't expect the world... but if you want to fly with it, go for it!