Why flying with kids in carseats is important...

[kbudsberg]

Since many of the flight attendants don't have kids they don't realize that the Bjorn is a carrier and not a harness vest restraint. So since they don't know what it really is they will error on the side of having you remove the child since vest restraints are not allowed for taxi, takeoff and landing. The are only allowed during cruise. The FAA really doesn't address Bjorn and similiar carriers since they aren't safety devices. So they are a "gray" area.

Kim

[Joolsplus2]

Gosh, I wish they'd test that Baby Bjorn scenario and add it to the training. It's one of those things that it's so hard to imagine it being 'worse' than just holding the child, isn't it?

Thanks for chimoing in, Kim.

:)
Julie CPS Tech and mom to 3 in seats
http://www.cpsafety.com/articles/RFAlbum/SarahMA.aspx

[stillplayswithbarbies]

I would guess that it's because in an emergency situation where you need to get to the brace position quickly, you can't do that with the baby in a Bjorn or sling. It would take too long to get the baby out and put the baby between your feet on the floor. That's my guess why carriers are not allowed during take off and landing.