I will be traveling on a 787 Dreamliner. Does anybody have experience using this system on this plane? I do not want the strap to obstruct trays or screens behind me.
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When you receive the package with this harness in it, it directs you to a video you can view on how to set it up and use it. It is very instructive and clear. All you do is ask the person behind you to lower their tray and you put the strap around the seat and then they put the tray back up and obstructs nothing. Our grandson is so used to being buckled into his car seat, and this mimics that strapping, that he thought nothing of being strapped in and then sitting still the entire flight.
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Did you purchase this for your Delta? I was wondering if it is a good fit lengthwise. 31" seems a little short compared to the OEM bag.
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It fits on Southwest Airlines and hardly intrudes into the neighboring seat. Just put the armrest up. Installed rear facing, the seat in front of it couldn't recline. Can't comment on whether that is still the case when installed front facing. Biggest hassle was taking the seat in and out of the bag, but actually strapping the seat down was 1-2 minutes. I will do it again for our next flight coming up on United. -------------------------------- Update: I took it aboard flights on United Airlines and AirTran with no problems installing it. One thing I noticed this time is that I cannot get the bubble within the correct range for rear seating giving the distance between the seat in front. In my opinion, it is still safer to have the seat than not and you also get the benefit of having a place for them to sleep without having to hold your baby. United Airlines' economy plus seating helps with the longer seat pitch, but I still can't get the bubble quite into the correct range rear facing. Also depending on which aircraft you fly, the arm rest may or may not be able to come down. For airplane aficionados the planes I took the seat on are: Southwest (B737), AirTran (B717), United (A320 & A319). A sidenote, the baby changing tables on the United & AirTran planes are absolutely wonderful. And the flight attendants for all three airlines were very helpful with our little one.
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I have had mixed experiences with this. Most of the time, I have been allowed to carry it own without an issue. I have once been told I had to check it - admittedly, it was stuffed completely full and it was an international flight. I have not had a problem with it fitting in the overhead space, but it will not fit under the seat in front of you. Agree with RF Zeiss, I think it is a great carryon. It's a terrific bag. Safe Travels- Rob
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No worries, I've put this guy under almost all major commercial aircraft without a problem. The RJ's are a little tight, but that is just the nature of the smaller seat tracks on those planes.
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No, I've flown with mine numerous times with no issues. Just make sure everything is inside and not in the hinge area and whatever your carrying has had the foam cut so it does not protrude too far above the middle foam layer
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I used an older model on an airplane. All car seats have to be forward facing and an airplane doesn't have a latch system. I always think installing a car seat without a latch system is more difficult. Also it is difficult to carry onto the airplane and move it between seats without bumping into anyone while still trying to wrangle the kiddo� I think this is true for all car seats though, not just this particular brand/model. Traveling with kids is just a lot more work!
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Good question: In both these situations the Airplane Footrest from Zarcor cannot be used. Answered by, John Halter - Zarcor
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I have traveled with the carseat and alone with a 2-3 yr old, both internationally and domestically. Now, I'm a pretty strong woman, but it's not very joyful carrying this over your back along with carry on bag, stroller, kid, backpack, and or whatever you choose to bring with you. It does not come with the back straps, they have to be purchased separately (I purchased on amazon) and they have about a 6 inch long padding strip (which is very minimally padded). My daughter is 3 now and I have no plans to travel anytime soon, but if I do I'll be checking in the seat, not bringing it on the plane. Now, the seat itself is incredible, it's fits on any airline seat, its comfortable, safe, amazing quality. Although I can't really give a great experience traveling with this seat, I do have to say it is and was a lot easier than when I used to have to travel with a regular carseat. It is also alot easier if you are traveling with an adult companion (I've always traveled alone with toddler with this seat), and can find a way to add a little extra padding to the strap, then you will be golden! Hope this helps!
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I flew with American Airlines using the Dosckocil. The carrier easily fit under the aircraft seat. When I received the carrier it concerned me to discover that there was no large opening or door on any side. I felt my cat would be claustrophobic or become hot with only narrow slots for air and light. I cut larger openings with a saw on one of the sides allowing the car to peer out, which she often did.
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I ususally use it on my lap with a pillow underneath. It stays secure. However, there is nothing locking it in place so if there was a sharp movement on a bus/train it could possibly be knocked off.
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Hi - I own this unit and it's pretty good. I would not take it on a plane - it's awkward even folded up - the handle sticks out - I think you'd find it a real pain to try and fit - no flex.
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No. It is much too large. And the flight attendants would definitely not allow it. The kids cannot go on the floor, and you really wouldn't want them to, with movement of the plane, the fact they just don't clean these planes, etc. The options for sleep... Car seat, your lap. Sorry...been there and I would just honestly recommend you take little and not carry on too much. It will become a big nuisance. Good luck.
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I have a mattress on a sheet of plywood and it works fine for me. HOWEVER, the strap won't connect to the platform unless you finagle a hook of some kind. I made one from an old clothes hanger, but wound up not using it because the weight of the mattress keeps it in place for me. I am elderly and use the Rail to both keep me from rolling off the bed and to help me rise. The Rail itself sits firmly in place unless you deliberately pull it out (which a child might do).
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I use mine with a Caravan with plenty of strap left over. This product is not as easy as to use as the manufacture implies. I was not happy when I got it, with that said I still use as they would not take them back.
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Hello Rick. I don't even use the straps. If you intend to keep the airhawk on your seat all the time then by all means, use the strap, but it's a pain to take it off and put it on in case you don't want it stolen or for it to get wet or hot. The airhawk has loops on all corners for the straps and they seem to be sewed in well and gets secured very well on the seat. I just put the airhawk on my seat and adjust it to a position I like and just sit on it. In fact, its advantageous simply because you can readjust it even on the go. It does not slide. The bottom part has a non skid material and my corbin seat is not as slick as the factory seat. I carry mine sometimes in restaurants or just stick it in my saddle bag. I don't ride without the airhawk anymore. I've taken several weekend and week long trips up to 3k miles and realized how much it helped me. If you ride long trips, you will feel a significant difference. I use it 90% of the time. I will get on my corbin occasionally just to change butt pressure. As to how to air it, I would suggest for you to go to youtube. Theres a great instructional video there. I followed it and every now and then I would blow in a bit more air or let out some just to change my seating pressure and ride a few more hundred miles. As to the height adjustment, it was noticeable for the first few hundred miles, but after a few months, I adapted to it. Being higher seemed to put a bit more strain on my midback, that's when I take it off 10% of the ride including doing a few more stretches of my midback. I don't think you'd regret getting it and probably will endorse it as well. Good luck. Gene (vonlushka@hotmail.com)
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Yes - I used mine on a Delta and SAS trans Atlantic flight and it work just fine. Comfortable and easy to use.