Planes and Car Seats

[sap1227]

For some reason I am thinking that booster seats are not allowed on the plane, is this correct.

I will be flying with my 2 year old (who is in a 5-point) and my 4 year old (who uses a high back booster that used to be a 5-point).

Am I correct that I can take the 5 point on the plane but I have to check the booster.

Thanks!
Christy

 

[NotUrsula]

Yes, you are correct. Removing the 5-pt harness from an otherwise aircraft-approved carseat voids the approval.

It is important to point out that mfr.'s name for the carseat is irrelevant in determining whether or not it is a "booster" in aircraft-use terms. Even if it is sold in a box that says booster in boxcar letters, if it has a 5-pt harness still in use, then it *may* be approved for aircraft use. The FAA's definition of "booster" is any carseat lacking an upper-body restraint harness. When a seat may be used in a car with or without the harness, the sticker on the shell will specify the conditions under which it may be used on board an aircraft.

 

[Mark P.]

Hi,
You are correct

 

[sap1227]

Thanks! I don't think my 4 year old would be thrilled if I put the straps back into his "big boy seat", so I will just check his and bring the 2 year old's seat.
Christy