Co-Pilot Backpack Lufthansa
Co-Pilot Backpack Lufthansa
Project Type: Product Design
Location: Frankfurt, Germany
Competition: Co-Design the Next Cabin Suitcase
Organiser: Lufthansa Airlines
Exhibition: Lufthansa Headquarters
Year: 2013
Status: 2nd place + production + worldwide sale
Website: Worldshop
Crafted specifically to simplify air travel, the bag features a convertible two-in-one structure consisting of a briefcase and a backpack that can be easily separated using side clips and a connecting zipper. When detached, the lower section functions as an independent briefcase while the top portion can be tucked into an exterior mesh pocket. Additionally, the bag incorporates an information screen and a rigid plastic bottom that protects contents from impact, maintains cleanliness, and helps the bag stand upright.
Organization and travel convenience are central to the bag's functional design. The exterior includes a large, accessible bottom pocket designed for quick item retrieval during airport security screenings, alongside a smaller top pocket. Inside the top pocket, a small zipped compartment houses a plastic hook and foldable hanger to keep garments wrinkle-free. A dedicated jacket pocket situated at the top of the bag includes an internal polyester wrap, allowing passengers to neatly fold, wrap, and button their jackets directly onto the outside of the bag when internal storage is full.
Ergonomics and versatility round out the design to ensure comfort across different travel scenarios. The back panel is equipped with soft pads that distribute weight evenly across the spine to reduce strain and compression during wear. For seamless airport navigation, plastic clips attached to the shoulder straps can cinch around a rolling suitcase handle, allowing the backpack to ride securely atop luggage. The briefcase section also features a cloth-covered plastic handle that stays stowed inside while in backpack mode, as well as an internal expansion zipper to either divide stored goods or maximize compartment volume.