Do car seats get damaged when checked?

Do car seats get damaged when checked? The quick answer is: we don't recommend checking your car seat. The likelihood of damage is very high regardless of how you package it not to mention in most airline fine print, they aren't responsible for damage! Your best options for traveling with little ones is to bring the car seat with you on the plan.

Are airlines responsible for damaged car seats?

Airlines are technically not responsible for damage to checked car seats (or strollers either) under their contracts of carriage. This is why it is so important not to fly with expensive baby gear! As with many things in air travel, however, employees do have some flexibility to address grievances.

Is it better to gate check a car seat or baggage check?

Gate-checking the carseat should be encouraged if and when it isn't possible to use it on board the aircraft for the child. If nothing else, a gate-checked seat is much less likely to be lost than a seat that was checked with luggage.

Can I put diapers in my checked car seat bag?

But here's the best part; since there's lots of extra room in the travel bag, you can pack it full it with all sorts of baby stuff like diapers, clothes, toys, bathroom items and more, and then you can take all of that stuff for free too!!

Will flight attendants help with car seats?

A flight attendant can help you, for example, haul a car seat from the gate into the plane itself. He or she may also be able to assist you in locating the best seat or row for you and your family, provided that seating hasn't already been assigned.

Do you need ID for baby at airport?

Do babies need an I.D.? Babies from the U.S. don't need an ID when flying domestically, says the TSA. This is actually true of anyone under the age of 18. But they will need a passport to fly internationally.

What is the best seat on a plane with an infant?

First, choose the bulkhead, the window, and near the toilets. These seats are the most convenient spots for families when flying. Second, if you have an infant, get a bulkhead seat, and request a bassinet, a crib that attaches to the cabin's front wall.

Does a 2 year old need a car seat on a plane?

Once your child is 2 years old, you'll need to purchase a seat for them. The FAA recommends that children under 40 pounds continue to use a car seat and that children over 40 pounds use the seat belt on the airplane seat.

What is the safest seat on a plane?

However, statistically speaking, a seat close to an exit in the front or rear, or a middle seat in the back third of the plane offers the lowest fatality rate. That said, flying is still the safest form of transport.

Does diaper bag count as carry on?

Diaper bags, soft-sided cooler bags with breast milk, child safety seats, strollers and medical or mobility devices don't count toward your personal item or carry-on.