When using an approved child restraint device to travel with an infant or child, it is the responsibility of the parents or guardian to be familiar with:
- Installation instructions provided by the device manufacturer.
- The method of attaching and releasing the baby or child from the device.
- The method of quickly releasing the baby or child from the restraint device in case of bowel movements.
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Child Restraint Device |
Transport Canada Regulations |
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AmSafe Aviation Child Restraint System (CARES™) |
It must be used within the limitations specified by the manufacturer (as indicated on the label) and must exhibit the following:
It cannot be installed in the Air Canada Signature Class cabin. |
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AmSafe device (CARES™ [Child Restraint System for Aviation]) for taller individuals. |
It must be used within the limitations specified by the manufacturer (as indicated on the label) and must display the same label and part number as the regular CARES™ [Child Restraint System for Aviation] device (see above). |
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Devices made in Canada |
They must display the National Safety Seal , which indicates the number(s) of the standard(s) to which the restraint device complies, i.e., CMVSS [Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards] 213 (child restraint device) or 213.1 (infant restraint device). |
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Devices manufactured according to US standards. |
They should display both labels below:
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Devices manufactured according to Australian/New Zealand standards (AS/NZS). |
They should display both labels below:
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Devices manufactured in accordance with United Nations (UN) standards – Economic Commission for Europe (ECE). |
They should display both labels below:
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Other seats manufactured abroad |
They must comply with Transport Canada regulations. |
Child restraint devices are prohibited.
- Booster seats: A booster seat (or booster cushion) is defined as a removable device for use in a vehicle for the purpose of accommodating a child in an elevated position or a person weighing 18 kg (40 lb) or more. It is designed to be used with a car's three-point seat belt (lap and diagonal) and is therefore not approved for use in aircraft.
- Abdominal belts and vests or harness-type devices.
- Hammock-type seats, such as Fly LegsUp and Flyebaby.
- Little Cargo® seats (even though manufacturers claim they are approved for use in aircraft).
The following devices are not approved for use as a restraint device during taxiing, takeoff, and landing, or at any time when the fasten seatbelt sign is illuminated; they may, however, be used for comfort at all other times during the flight.
- Baby carriers of the kangaroo/sling type, similar to the Snugli ™ or Baby Bjorn ™ , are accepted as part of the baby's carry-on baggage allowance if required for use on board the aircraft. Parents or guardians will have to remove the baby from the carrier whenever the fasten seatbelt sign is illuminated.
- Baby beds similar to the Flyaway Kids Bed and BedBox cannot block hallway access and must be stored when the fasten seatbelt sign is illuminated.
Other important rules, regulations and exceptions
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Air Canada Signature Class
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* A booster seat (or booster cushion) is defined as a removable device for use in a vehicle for the purpose of accommodating in an elevated position a person whose mass is 18 kg (40 lb) or more. It is designed to be used with the three-point seat belt (lap and diagonal) of an automobile and is therefore not approved for use in aircraft.
Rules for checked baggage
- For all destinations, infants and children aged 0 to 11 years can check in a car seat or booster seat free of charge, in addition to their regular baggage allowance.
- Customers must write their name and address on all devices using a permanent marker (Sharpie type).
- If you are traveling with a car seat for a child aged 2 or older, we recommend using it on board instead of checking it in. See our Child Wellbeing and Safety section.
Rules for carry-on baggage
- A child restraint device can only be accepted as carry-on baggage in addition to the infant/child's carry-on baggage allowance if a seat has been purchased for the infant/child.
- Baby carriers/cloth slings, such as Snugli™ or Baby Bjorn™, are accepted in addition to the baby's carry-on baggage allowance if needed for use on board the aircraft. These carriers are not approved for use as a "restraint device" and cannot be used during taxiing, takeoff and landing, or at any time when the fasten seatbelt sign is illuminated. Parents or guardians will have to remove the baby from the carrier every time the fasten seatbelt sign is illuminated.