It's not supposed to look like this...
This is how it is supposed to look
After many iterations, a fix!
Back in service!
Fixing
On a trip to Louisville, a beloved (and no longer manufactured) piece of luggage broke in a dramatic way as I left the aircraft. With some careful cutting, scanning and CAD work, I was able to produce a stronger & better replacement piece that has now served flawlessly for a number of years.