1 Nonetheless, using a child restraint system is a viable alternative to having children stay in a crib or other unsafe location. The FAA and the American Academy of Pediatrics strongly recommend child restraint systems for infants and young children when flying. It's supposed to fit First and Business class seats. Administration (FAA) does not require child safety seats for flying. RECARO PRORIDE CONVERTIBLE Child Restraint System for children 5-70 lbs. It's light and easy to travel with and my daughter fit it till age 3 1/2. You could buy a Scenera car seat for about half the price, and then you'd have something that can be used on the ground too, as a second seat. It's only for flying and only for a short time of the child's life (22-44lbs). Carrying bag included, weighs less than 1 lb. Eliminates the hassle of lugging bulky car seats through the airport. Innovative belt-and-buckle device that attaches directly to the airplane seatbelt.
Suitable for children 10 to 20kg and up to 100cm in height. AmSafe Cares Harness Child Aviation Restraint: The only FAA-approved child safety harness. It provides additional torso support for children sitting in their own seat. They must be able to sit up on their own. The Child Aviation Restraint System (CARES) is a belt-and-buckle harness device that attaches directly to the aeroplane seatbelt. The CARES harness is authorized for kiddos who are 22-44 lbs and up to 40 inches tall.
If you need to bring your car seat, it's not that big a deal to bring it on board (especially if there is more than one adult but I manage just fine alone).Īlso, as far as price is concerned, this is a very purpose-specific item. Currently, the CARES Child Aviation Restraint System is the only FAA approved harness-style restraint. The damage might not be obvious and then your child is riding in an unsafe seat. It could too easily be lost and/or broken in transit. It's a good product if you either don't need a car seat at your destination or have one waiting (and not one from a car rental company!) Be sure to never check a car seat in as luggage. CARES harnesses are actually being rented on Ebay and Craigslist.