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Updated Feb, 6
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Can you bring a baby carrier on a plane with American Airlines when traveling with a baby?
Bringing a baby carrier on American Airlines
Yes — you can bring and wear a baby carrier (wrap, soft sling, or structured front carrier) when flying with a baby on American Airlines, but there are a few important points to know:
- Allowed onboard: Soft baby carriers are generally permitted and you may wear the baby through the airport and onto the aircraft.
- Security screening: The TSA may ask you to remove the baby from the carrier for screening and may inspect the carrier separately.
- Safety during taxi/takeoff/landing: Flight attendants may ask you to remove the baby from the carrier and hold them on your lap for safety during taxi, takeoff, landing, and turbulence. A soft carrier is not an FAA-approved child restraint.
- If you want a certified restraint: If you purchase a seat for the child, bring an FAA-approved car seat (child restraint system) for use onboard — the carrier does not replace that.
- Strollers/car seats: Strollers and car seats are allowed and can usually be gate-checked free of charge; check with gate agents for local procedures.
If you want certainty for a specific flight or route, ask American Airlines customer service or your gate agent before boarding.
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