I reckon If I ever check my Kifaru I'm going to put it in something else, they are too $$, luggage gets destroyed, I have a London Bridge Trading Suitcase, US made as trough as nails, the thing was damaged pretty badly on my last international vacation. It's made from 1000D as well.
I'd pack my Kifaru in another case with gear, and maybe pack it on arrival or the like....if possible. So I am interested in this thread and what people suggest for there 1k+ premium packs.
No doubt a couple of International flights will F$%k it in some way.....baggage handlers have a unique skill in destroying stuff IMHO.