Directly from the SKB website:
$1500.00 Content Coverage Warranty
The incredible strength and durability of our ATA rated cases allow us to offer something no one else in the industry is willing to offer. Money... Moola... Dinero... Bucks... Clams... Long Green, any way you want to say it, we back our cases with what matters most, our word and a commitment that we will pay you up to $1500 to repair or replace any equipment damaged by a commercial airline carrier while secured in our ATA rated cases.
If you have any damage, file a claim with the carrier, after the claim is settled, submit the claim to SKB. SKB will pay up to $1500 to cover the outstanding cost. Plain, Simple, Straightforward, True. No registration cards needed. We know our cases are the best and we are willing to stand behind our products. For further information contact the Sports Dept at SKB, 800-654-5992.
Million Mile Warranty
SKB Hard Case Products are fully warranted against defects in materials and craftsmanship for the life of the case to the original owner. Any defects in workmanship will be covered by SKB. SKB will repair or replace any product found to be defective. SKB DOES NOT REPLACE CASES FOR DAMAGED HARDWARE. All locks, handles and wheels have been made field replaceable and will be supplied to you at no charge, a simple phone call is all it takes. Replacement parts take just minutes to install. If there is a problem contact our customer service line for further instructions at (800) 654-5992.
With the money that we invest in bows these days, why anyone would skip on a case that may not hold up to airline abuse is beyond me. Spend the money. Peace of mind for me would make the cost well worth it.