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product_id: 1849322
title: "Child Airplane Travel Harness - Cares Safety Restraint System - The Only FAA Approved Child Flying Safety Device"
brand: "cares kids fly safe"
price: "19345 kr"
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Cares Kids Fly Safe"
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# Compact & pocket-sized (11 oz) FAA approved for all flight phases 1-minute install Child Airplane Travel Harness - Cares Safety Restraint System - The Only FAA Approved Child Flying Safety Device

**Brand:** cares kids fly safe
**Price:** 19345 kr
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✈️ Fly Smart, Fly Safe: The Ultimate Toddler Travel Hack!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Child Airplane Travel Harness - Cares Safety Restraint System - The Only FAA Approved Child Flying Safety Device by cares kids fly safe
- **How much does it cost?** 19345 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/1849322-child-airplane-travel-harness-cares-safety-restraint-system-the-only)

## Best For

- cares kids fly safe enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted cares kids fly safe brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Comfort Meets Security:** Adjustable harness ensures your child stays comfy and secure, making every flight smoother for parents and toddlers alike.
- • **Effortless 60-Second Setup:** Transforms any airplane seat into a secure zone in under a minute—no tools, no hassle.
- • **Ultra-Light & Travel-Ready:** Weighs less than a pound and fits in your carry-on or pocket—ditch the bulky car seat without compromising safety.
- • **Universal Fit for Toddlers:** Designed for kids 1+ year, 22-44 lbs, fits all airplane seats except emergency exit rows—versatility meets peace of mind.
- • **FAA Certified Flight Safety:** The only FAA-approved child aviation restraint system ensuring top-tier protection during taxi, takeoff, turbulence, and landing.

## Overview

The CARES Child Airplane Travel Harness is the only FAA-approved child safety restraint designed specifically for air travel. Lightweight and compact, it installs in just one minute on nearly any airplane seat, providing secure, adjustable protection for toddlers aged 1 year and up to 44 pounds. Perfect for busy parents who want hassle-free, certified safety without the bulk of a car seat.

## Description

Product Description Now there is an easier, better way to fly safe with kids. Just carry a CARES in your pocket or purse, install it on the airplane seat in one minute, and turn any airplane seat into a safe airplane seat for your child. CARES (child aviation restraint system) is the first and only FAA approved harness type child safety device. CARES is an innovative restraint for kids 22 44 pounds that attaches directly to the back of the airplane seat and augments the regular seat belt. CARES weighs 1 pound, fits in a 6" stuff sack and is FAA certified for all phases of flight – taxiing, take off, turbulence and landing. CARES fits all size airplane seats and takes one minute to install. CARES takes the hassle out of flying with kids and keeps them as safe as a car seat. From the Manufacturer Now there is an easier, better way to fly safe with kids. Just carry a CARES in your pocket or purse, install it on the airplane seat in one minute, and turn any airplane seat into a safe airplane seat for your child. CARES (child aviation restraint system) is the first and only FAA approved harness type child safety device. CARES is an innovative restraint for kids 22-44 pounds that attaches directly to the back of the airplane seat and augments the regular seat belt. CARES weighs 1 pound, fits in a 6" stuff sack and is FAA certified for all phases of flight – taxiing, take off, turbulence and landing. CARES fits all size airplane seats and takes one minute to install. CARES takes the hassle out of flying with kids and keeps them as safe as a car seat.

Review: Easy to install and helps keep toddler in airplane seat better - I got this so that my toddler would be more secure in her airplane seat. The good: it’s super light, about a pound and very easy to install. It can fit on any airplane seat, even lay flat first class seats. It helped to keep her in place, and I felt like she was safer during take off and landing. The bad: because there’s no crotch strap, she slides down in the airplane seat. Overall, if you want your toddler to be more secure on the airplane, get this! It’s easier to travel with than a car seat in flight.
Review: Great alternative to lugging around a huge car seat - Bought this for our 2.5 year old on a recent trip. I didn't want to lug around a huge car seat so I thought this would be a great alternative. It's much more convenient to use and install than a car seat on an airplane IMO, and you don't have to worry about flight attendants asking whether your car seat is FAA approved. We had one very conscientious flight attendant ask us if it was a CARES system and examine it to make sure it was the real thing, and it passed her tests, so that's a good thing. I suspect an experienced flight attendant will have seen one before, so you probably won't have to go through that scrutiny most times. Sadly, as is the case with most toddlers, they don't like being buckled up very much at all, so there's probably no way you'll be able to keep your kid in this for the whole flight (unless it's a short one). Still, having them secured during takeoff and landing is the most important thing, and for that, it was worth it. Installing it is pretty easy - however, depending on the type of seat you have, you'll probably have to ask the person sitting behind your toddler to lower their tray to install it. It won't affect the use of the tray during the flight, but it has to be installed behind the tray in most cases. Not an issue, just an FYI (if you're confused, just read the instructions). Pros: Tiny (compared to a car seat) and compact Comes with its own bag to carry it with Fairly quick and easy to install; the instructions are pretty clear Works as advertised - keeps the kid secured and safe, as far as I can tell Is FAA approved Doesn't weigh 10-15 lbs Oh, did I mention it's much smaller and easier to carry around than a large car seat? Cons: Cannot use in a car A bit pricey - you'll have to decide whether or not it's worth it to you depending on how often you travel You'll have to probably explain to the person directly behind your kid's seat what it is, but I haven't had any issues with that.

## Features

- Simple to install and usable on any window or center seat in the airplane, except in the emergency exit rows.
- Takes one minute to install and is easily adjustable for childrens comfort.
- Kid / Toddler accessory provides that extra feel of security on Flights.
- Compact and Portable, Weighs less than a pound (11 oz.) and fits into in your pocket/ luggage/ carry on.
- Designed for children 1 year and older up to 40 inch high and weighing 22 to 44 pounds (9-18kg).

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0012E4FV8 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #4,657 in Baby ( See Top 100 in Baby ) #17 in Toddler Safety Harnesses & Leashes |
| Brand | CARES KIDS FLY SAFE |
| Brand Name | CARES KIDS FLY SAFE |
| Collection Name | All |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 2,653 Reviews |
| Fit Type | Universal |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00698798152188 |
| Item Weight | 0.45 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | CARES |
| Material | Nylon |
| Occasion | Travel |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) |
| Style | Minimalist |
| UPC | 698798152188 094922875709 852411001899 094922472649 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** CARES KIDS FLY SAFE
- **Color:** Black
- **Fit Type:** Universal
- **Material:** Nylon
- **Product Care Instructions:** Hand Wash Only

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does it have a sticker proving is FAA approved?**
A: There is a label on it that says FAA Approved.

**Q: Will it work for First Class seat?  Seats are a bit larger, is there a lot of slack in the harness.  2.3 yr old petite @28 lbs :)  thanks!**
A: That's a good question, I wish I could say for sure but did not fly first class.  However I'm fairly certain it would work, there is plenty of slack for a small child.  My granddaughter is 37 pounds and is 3 years old, and there was plenty of slack.  Have a great trip.

**Q: Why has this item been "discontinued by manufacturer"?**
A: These are not discontinued.  I am not sure why the listing states that but I will have it fixed.  Thank you.

**Q: Can I use this with my 18 month old child who is ~28lbs? Or should I use a full car seat?**
A: Depends on how your toddler is. I started using it with my son at 23 months. The decision didn't have to do with age or weight, it was just his age when we first purchased him his own seat. I wouldn't hesitate to use it for my daughter who is currently 20 months. I don't know her weight, but it's about the same as your child. I find this much easier to use than lugging a car seat through the airport. It's guaranteed to fit in the plane seat, which isn't always true for regular car seats. One warning, you have to distract the child from the plane belt buckle. At first, they want to keep undoing the seatbelt. My son got over it rather quickly (or I flipped the buckle so he couldn't lift the flap).

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to install and helps keep toddler in airplane seat better
*by L***E on October 27, 2025*

I got this so that my toddler would be more secure in her airplane seat. The good: it’s super light, about a pound and very easy to install. It can fit on any airplane seat, even lay flat first class seats. It helped to keep her in place, and I felt like she was safer during take off and landing. The bad: because there’s no crotch strap, she slides down in the airplane seat. Overall, if you want your toddler to be more secure on the airplane, get this! It’s easier to travel with than a car seat in flight.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great alternative to lugging around a huge car seat
*by B***B on May 20, 2014*

Bought this for our 2.5 year old on a recent trip. I didn't want to lug around a huge car seat so I thought this would be a great alternative. It's much more convenient to use and install than a car seat on an airplane IMO, and you don't have to worry about flight attendants asking whether your car seat is FAA approved. We had one very conscientious flight attendant ask us if it was a CARES system and examine it to make sure it was the real thing, and it passed her tests, so that's a good thing. I suspect an experienced flight attendant will have seen one before, so you probably won't have to go through that scrutiny most times. Sadly, as is the case with most toddlers, they don't like being buckled up very much at all, so there's probably no way you'll be able to keep your kid in this for the whole flight (unless it's a short one). Still, having them secured during takeoff and landing is the most important thing, and for that, it was worth it. Installing it is pretty easy - however, depending on the type of seat you have, you'll probably have to ask the person sitting behind your toddler to lower their tray to install it. It won't affect the use of the tray during the flight, but it has to be installed behind the tray in most cases. Not an issue, just an FYI (if you're confused, just read the instructions). Pros: Tiny (compared to a car seat) and compact Comes with its own bag to carry it with Fairly quick and easy to install; the instructions are pretty clear Works as advertised - keeps the kid secured and safe, as far as I can tell Is FAA approved Doesn't weigh 10-15 lbs Oh, did I mention it's much smaller and easier to carry around than a large car seat? Cons: Cannot use in a car A bit pricey - you'll have to decide whether or not it's worth it to you depending on how often you travel You'll have to probably explain to the person directly behind your kid's seat what it is, but I haven't had any issues with that.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Peace of mind, travels great, well worth it! Detailed review. UPDATED!
*by S***E on February 16, 2014*

UPDATE 2018: ...and we are STILL traveling with the CARES harness, 4 years later, now our youngest is in it. Still, everything I wrote below holds true, but I wanted to add, that I did run into a few flight attendants claiming the harness was not approved or allowed on their aircraft - I politely insisted to ask a colleague or the "head flight attendant" on board - and each time it turned out the initial flight attendant was mistaken - it was approved - sometimes the attendants are just not familiar with it. As far as the tray tables and entertainment systems - the strap has to be widened/loosened, then put over the seat behind your child - under the tray table, below the entertainment system, then tightened - and then you close the tray table - which we have never found to be a problem. Our experience is with domestic flights, mainly with Jet Blue and Southwest, on different aircraft. Original Review 2014: We got this the day before our flight (Jet Blue), no chance to practice at home, watched the video (comes with DVD, but on product website there is also a video). This was our first flight with our very squirmy, super active 25 lbs. 34 inches toddler. Easy install on a full flight, fitting around the seat under the tray table, just watch out that it is just above shoulder height, and that the shoulder straps point the right way before you tighten it around the seat. Our toddler accepted the CARES like sitting in a car seat. Without it, I'm sure our toddler would have climbed all over us, and possibly tried to climb into the next row! With it (and some entertainment and snacks) we had a very peaceful flight (despite a lot of turbulence). The only minor issue with this harness is, that you will have to pull up your toddler a few times, because the device creates a four point, not a five point harness. We also found that it helps for the toddler to wear a shirt with a little neck collar so that the shoulder straps don't dig into the neck, and finally; having a dry diaper at all times was the solution to stop any squirming or scooting. On our flight back we put a little blanket on one side (a neck pillow did not work - pushing head to far forward) between shoulder and head, and slightly reclined the seat, and our toddler slept. The CARES comes with a roomy (!) pouch, that is a welcome change from those pouches where you have to fold something just so to fit it in. Other specs: -for children between 22 and 44 lbs. (10-20 kg) -for children with height less than 40 inches (100 cm) -child has to be able to sit upright alone -only for use in forward facing seats -3 metal buckles (one around seat, one on each shoulder), easily adjusted. -1 plastic buckle (connecting chest straps across breastbone) -pictorial instructions on device itself -address label on device itself (did not see this until after the flight, but a great idea, as I can see how you forget to take it with you!) -parts are from the US and Germany, assembled in China. -we used it on an Embraer Jet and on an Airbus 320.

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