In the 2009 film Up in the Air, George Clooney’s character, Ryan Bingham, famously uses a Travelpro Crew series suitcase—specifically a 22-inch Rollaboard. This choice was highly intentional by the filmmakers, as Travelpro is the brand most commonly used by real-life pilots and flight attendants due to its durability and "no-nonsense" professional functionality. Bingham's character is a connoisseur of efficiency, and the Travelpro Rollaboard represented the "gold standard" for someone who lives out of a suitcase 300 days a year. Since the movie's release, the "Crew" line has evolved significantly; in 2026, the modern equivalent would be the Travelpro Crew VersaPack or the Platinum Elite series. These newer models feature the same rugged ballistic nylon and high-performance wheels that made the original famous, but with updated tech like USB charging ports and specialized "organizer" inserts. The film solidified Travelpro's reputation among frequent flyers as the ultimate tool for "efficient travel" and high-mileage loyalty.