CARES Child Aviation Restraint System - Fly Stress-Free with Kids – The Only FAA-Approved Child Safety Harness
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✈️ Fly Stress-Free with Kids – The Only FAA-Approved Child Safety Harness
Ditch the bulky car seat and travel light—with confidence.
The CARES Child Aviation Restraint System is the only FAA-certified airplane safety harness designed specifically for children aged 1–5 years (10–20kg). Trusted by over 70,000 families worldwide, it offers car seat-level safety in a compact, carry-on-sized solution.
Whether you're a mum flying solo or a seasoned traveller with little ones in tow, CARES makes flying simpler, safer, and more enjoyable—for both you and your child.
💖 Why Parents (Especially Mums) Love CARES:
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✅ FAA Certified & Trusted Worldwide
The only harness-type child restraint certified by aviation authorities in the U.S., Australia, Canada, UK, and more. -
✅ Safety Equivalent to a Car Seat—Without the Bulk
Works with the plane’s lap belt to provide full upper-body support for young flyers. -
✅ One-Minute Setup
Installs quickly on any airplane seat—no tools, no fuss. -
✅ Ultra-Light & Travel-Friendly
Weighs under 500g and packs neatly into a small stuff sack that fits in your handbag or carry-on. -
✅ Perfect for Toddlers & Pre schoolers
Designed for kids 10–20kg who can sit in their own seat. Ideal for ages 1 to 5. -
✅ Approved on Most Major Airlines
From Qantas to Emirates, CARES is welcome aboard (check with your airline before travel).
👩👧 Designed By a Mum, For Mums on the Go
CARES was invented by a grandmother who saw her daughter struggle with car seats at the airport. Now it’s helping families across the globe travel easier, safer, and lighter.
"CARES is a game-changer. No more dragging a car seat through the terminal. My daughter feels safe and snug, and I actually enjoy flying again!"
— Rachel, Sydney mum of 2
🧳 Leave the Car Seat at Home – Travel Smart with CARES
Whether it’s a quick trip interstate or a long-haul holiday, CARES gives you peace of mind without compromising on safety.
Say goodbye to stressful boarding, awkward car seat installs, and cabin clutter.
Only available here—brand new, certified CARES harnesses shipped direct from the official designer and manufacturer, AmSafe.
🎥 See CARES in Action
Watch our step-by-step video tutorial to see just how easy it is to install and use.
Key features
- The first and only harness type Aviation Child Safety Device to be certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as an alternative to a car seat.
Elegant design belt-and-buckle device that works in conjunction with the airplane seat belt, augments the safety of the regular lap belt and provides young travellers the same level of safety as a car seat.
- To ensure your Child Aviation Restraint System meets all safety standards, read our in-depth Guide to the CARES Child Aviation Restraint System.
- Comfort for Your Child: The familiar harness design helps children settle, providing better comfort and encouraging sleep on long flights.
- Convenience for Parents: No need to lug around heavy car seats—CARES fits into your bag and frees up space for other essentials.
- Trusted Quality: Designed and manufactured by AmSafe, the world leader in aviation restraints, ensuring safe and easy flying for families.
- Compatible with most airplane seats and cabin configurations.
- Designed for children weighing 10–20kg who can sit in their own seat.
- Meets safety standards equivalent to car seats, providing child aviation safety restraints that work seamlessly during all phases of flight.
- CARES purchases do not include the FAA 8130 tag, as it is not required for retail customers.
Type: Harness-type belt that integrates with airplane seats.
Functionality: Combines with the standard lap seatbelt to form a secure five-point restraint.
Portability: Lightweight and easy to install in under a minute.
Certification: Globally certified by various aviation authorities, including CASA; the only system certified for all flight phases.
Suitable Ages/Weights: For children weighing 10-20kg (approximately 1-5 years old).
Usage: Enhances safety during turbulence and emergency landings, provides a car seat-like harness that helps children sleep during flights.
Additional Benefits: Reduces the need for bulky car seats on flights.
Innovation Origin: Inspired by the inventor's observation of her daughter's travel challenges.
Sales: Over 70,000 units sold globally, including in Australia and New Zealand.
FAA 8130 Tag: Not included for retail customers; applicable only to airline customers.
1. What is CARES?
CARES (Child Aviation Restraint System) is the only FAA-approved harness-type safety device for children traveling by plane. It’s designed specifically for aviation use for children aged 1 and older, who weigh between 22 and 44 pounds.
2. Can CARES be used in cars?
No, CARES is exclusively for aircraft use. It does not substitute for a car seat and is not approved for vehicle use.
3. How do I install CARES?
CARES can be installed in less than a minute on any airplane seat. It works with the existing seatbelt, enhancing its safety without the need for additional straps or complicated adjustments.
4. Is CARES suitable for use in both economy and first-class seats?
Yes, CARES is adaptable and can be used on any airplane seat, except in the emergency exit rows. It’s suitable for window or center seats in economy, business, and first class.
5. Where is CARES approved for use?
Besides FAA approval in the USA, CARES is also certified by aviation authorities in Canada, the UK, France, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and several other countries.
6. How do I clean CARES?
The CARES harness can be hand-washed using mild soap and cold water. It should be air-dried away from direct sunlight. The metal parts should be wiped with a cloth moistened with isopropyl alcohol.
7. What should I do if airline staff are not familiar with CARES?
Always carry proof of FAA approval when flying. CARES is labeled with "FAA Approved," which usually informs and reassures airline personnel about its legitimacy.
8. Can CARES be used for children with special needs?
CARES is suitable for many children with special needs. Consult with a healthcare professional to ensure it provides adequate support for your child during flights.

- Seat child in airplane seat
- Lower tray table behind child’s seat.
- Slide RED LOOP (end 1) of CARES over seat back and adjust height of Red Loop so that it is just above child’s shoulders, then tighten the loop and close tray table over Red Loop.
- Place Black Shoulder Straps (2) over child’s shoulders and slide buckle and connecter ends of regular airplane lap belt through loops at the bottom of the BLACK SHOULDER STRAPS.
- Buckle seat belt and snug it down across child’s lap as you normally would do – and then buckle chest clip and snug down the Shoulder Straps.
- You now have your child safely fastened for taxiing, take off, landing and whenever during your flight the Captain turns on the ‘fasten seat belt’ sign. AmSafe joins the FAA and the airlines in urging that you keep your seat belt and your child’s CARES fastened at all times during flight.
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