In terms of car-type seats the following is important to note.

‘Car Type' Infant Aircraft Seats

The following details acceptable types, fitment and use of ‘Car Type' infant seats as an option to existing methods of carriage and restraint of small children.

� The unit should have a solid back and seat; have restraint straps installed to securely hold the child to it; should be labelled stating that it has been approved for aviation use; and the unit should have instructions on the label which must be followed.

� The unit should be installed in forward facing aircraft seats and in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions on the label. This includes placing the unit in the appropriate forward or aft direction as indicated on the label for the size of the child. The unit should not be installed in the same row of an emergency exit or in the row forward or aft of an emergency exit. A window seat is the preferred location; however, other locations may be acceptable, provided the unit is not installed between other passengers and the aisle used to evacuate the aircraft. A responsible adult must occupy a seat next to the child.

� Under no circumstances, however, would a booster cushion be an acceptable alternative.

One other option (depending on your child's age/size):

CARES” Child Restraint Belt

Passengers may use the "CARES" Child Restraint Belt should they present it whilst on board. This is a FAA approved device for children between 22 - 44 Pounds, (10 - 20 Kgs.) and the label is affixed on the unit. The Belt is suitable for Economy Class seats only.