Has anyone taken the sherpa ultimate medium on wheels airline approved carrier on a WestJet flight?
1247165
Not yet. But it's wrongly advertized: it doesn't weigh 3 lb., it weighs 7 lb. which is a big difference if you are limited to a certain weight including the pet.
991122
I don't see why not. Haven't traveled w/ it yet. My assumption is that due to size and weight you might pay an "oversized bag" fee w/ the airline but I'm not 100%. Contact who you plan to fly with and ask. Think about it, you can travel w/ the oversized golf bags that arehard plastic or nylon/cloth. Good luck.
2035166
They claim 'airline approved'. It has 2 separate locations for locks, but hard to know without asking the TSA directly.
1879998
Worked for me on US Airways and Delta very small planes where everyone with carry ons had to have them stowed under the plane. No one even asked us a question about the carriers and because they flex it was easy to put them under the seats. I've seen Southwests dimensions even on smaller planes and it shouldn't be a problem. Since flying with out 2 pugs earlier this year the experiences have been quite routine.
1266895
Unfortunately, I'm not sure about Airline regulations, but I'm very pleased with the carrier. It's sturdy and easy to operate.
1388248
I took it but didn't use it. The air France flight that I was on had its own footrests. I agree it was heavy and took up needed space in my carry on. My friend (who recommended it) swears by hers.
2085182
I traveled with my Boston Terrier on a Southwest airlines flight, the carrier fit comfortably underneath the middle aisle seat. I did purchase a carry on travel tote with wheels at Kohl's (collapsed, easy to store in the overhead bin). The Sherpa fit perfectly the tote and made it super easy to navigate throughout the airport - highly recommend a travel tote along with the Sherpa.
2012921
Hi. I have used the large sherpa without wheels on cross Atlantic flights, mainly Lufthansa and Continental/United. The bag's measurements meet these airlines' guidelines, but it it is too large to fit under the seat in front of you. I always had it under my legs, which made an 8 hours flight rather uncomfortable. The bag with wheels is softer and bends more than the one without wheels, so you might be able to squeeze it under the seat, hoping that the dog tolerates it. My Westie's weight is 18 pounds and she fits well into either bag. On cross Atlantic flights the airlines are much stricter regarding weight and size of dog+bag (18 Pounds in all), sometimes I had to show that the dog was able to turn around in the bag. I would call Southwest Airlines and ask what their guidelines are; the space under the seat may depend on the type of aircraft. I don't believe that the medium bag can accomodate a 20 pound Cavalier, you need the large size. I would go to a pet shop and try it out before ordering it online.
1369562
I had no problem what so ever taking it in Southwest. Can't answer for any other airlines but I would think so.
1475320
Not sure it has officially says airline approved, the size is within their regulations and air ventilation plus if accident the floor would absorb. Also, my dog Bones was transported on United from Ohio to California in-cabin using this bag.
812020
I have other friends that have used carriers (not necessarily Ergobaby) through airport security and I'm going to do it with the Ergobaby carrier in August.
2012299
Deb, I honestly do not believe, my dog is a 15lb Westie and he was very very tight in this, airlines wouldn't allow a pet that cannot change position in the carrier....hope this helps
857412
Yes, that's why I bought it. I've carried it on many times, no problem. It is small enough it will fit any airlines carry on restrictions.
2180107
Not sure about FAA approved - but I think there may be some info on the labels that come with the carrier. I removed mine and did not keep them
885176
I used this carrier in December 2012, so that was prior to the changes put into place by American and United. At the time, I was able to use this carrier on American with no problems. I would suggest checking with the individual airline because I know that United's new carry on policy states that pet carriers "are allowed and do not count toward your one bag and one personal item limit."
152424
I think on all airline websites they will say what the measurements are. I fly only with Westjet and US Airways and never have had a problem. And I've been using it for over 6-8 return trips. My carrier is around 17x15 and my dog is a 9lb havanese. Any bigger carrier would not fit under a regular seat. Don't know about first class.
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The carrier is airline approved, but each airline has there own rules, so please check with your airline if approved.