Britax Roundabout 55 for plane: Has anyone used this seat in an airplane?
634757
I can tell you from experiance using this seat on an international flight it is great. I flew from Germany to Texas without a car seat. I had this one ordered and sent to my destination, as my daughter was about to out grow her infant car seat. On the flight back to Germany my husband buckled this seat into the normal plan seat, and within mins my daughter was asleep and slept the entire 10 hour plane ride, lucky we had a night time flight. We also had a rental car while in the states and it fit perfectly. I did not install this car seat my husband did, but he said it was easy both in the car and on the plane.
436612
A "Must Have" when travel by plane!Not cheap for what it is, but worth the money when having to push your kid around at the airport while dealing with luggage, boarding passes, etc.Of course you can also use it on other occasions.Last tip: they have specific adapters for car seats which make it even easier to install a car seat on. Only available through their website.
164274
When using this on a plane, it is only approved to be used as a 5 pt harness car seat. The seat belt goes through the belt path in the back. I use it in my car with the seat belt and have no problem. I imagine a plane wouldn't be much different.
968041
Yes it is and that was our main reason for getting it. So much lighter toting through airports than the Britax. We used it on several trips, different airlines, etc. with no problems.
296990
I have taken it. It's awesome for child control. The only time my kid slept on a plane. Kids understand the car seat well and a plane seat with lap belt is like a free for all. You put the seat belt through the back to hold it in place. However, it is large and takes up the entire allotted space of the seat, both side to side and front to back. the pros may not outweigh the cons for you.
2248411
We didn't use it on a plane, but according to the Britax website and the booklet came with it, it won't be difficult to install. We use the Britax carseat bag and checked in at gate along with our stroller, both didn't count as extra luggage. The bag also can be carry like a backpack, it was light and easy to carry. The Carseat bag also could fit a toddler potty seat from IKEA. So it worked perfectly for us.
126414
This will be a tight squeeze if you are using it rear facing in a small vehicle, but forward facing it would fit fine. It is very heavy compared to a regular infant seat and I usually have to have my husband help me when I need to switch cars. It is very comfortable for my daughter, but I highly doubt it will fit on an airplane comfortably. A large international flight you would be ok, but on any smaller jets you would be hard pressed to make it fit. Hope that helps!
798376
I put it in my extreme in my carry on, that was examined by TSA at airport, no problem. It made my seat so much more comfortable in the plane.
1702211
I have - it worked great! Traveling through the airport was SO much easier than the last time I traveled, without the Go-Go Babyz Travelmate Deluxe. Be prepared for a handcheck at security, as the car seat and carrier won't fit through the x-ray machines (the car seat doesn't fit through on its own either, even without the carrier). You'll have to detach the car seat from the carrier when you're boarding the plane, because they won't fit down the aisle. I used the car seat on the airplane, and tucked the carrier under the seat while flying. When traveling through the airport, it works just like a stroller. I buckled in my 3-year-old and off we went! He enjoyed riding in it as much as I enjoyed the stress-free travel. I highly recommend it.
2084637
Definitely. I travel with it regularly and haven't had any trouble. Fits nicely in the overhead or under the seat.
593672
I have used this seat on several long distance flights and yes, it does fit. Airlines don't seem to like car seats placed in aisle seats unless the entire row consists of "family" (related to or traveling together). The side impact cushions do crowd ever so slightly into the next seat--really a non-issue for most though, especially if next to a family member. I am 6'4" and about 220lbs . . . I am a little aware of the impact cushions, but not anywhere near as inconvenienced as I am by the airlines' reduction in leg room---but I digress. Truthfully, if it keeps my daughter safer, I would endure anything . . . but this is really not an issue with this car seat . . . and if you can place this car seat in a window seat and you sit next to it, it is a non-issue.
1666462
I fly frequently with mine. I would say its fits snug under most airline seats but always fits.
291094
I know this is late to the discussion, but it will help someone in the future. We traveled with that car seat and had no problems. It was difficult to get through security because they had to hand search it, and carrying a car seat onto the plane was bothersome, but the added safety is well worth it. Had no problems getting the car seat to fit once on the plane. Strapped my son in and he slept the either flight.
392335
I have used this car seat on the plane with no issue. It's heavy and hard to maneuver, though, and I used a big car seat bag to carry it onto the plane.
620058
Keep an eye on the Britax website. That's usually where the testimonials are posted. There are none right now for that seat, which is good ;), but may be soon.
708311
Yes and no. I have been able to fit it when one of the first to board the plane but also have been forced to check it when one of the last to board and overhead space is tight. I would suggest not over stuffing it and giving it a go!!
1540242
You might want to check with individual airlines as to whether the seat would fit. I only utilize mine in the car.