--- type: Car Seat Review title: Joie Mint Latch — Independent Review description: Independent review of the Joie Mint Latch infant car seat — FAA accepted, rigid lower anchors for rideshares, with verified travel data for flying families. resource: https://www.velivolotravel.com/car-seats/joie-mint-latch/ tags: [car-seat, gear, review, infant, faa-approved] timestamp: 2026-07-14 --- # Joie Mint Latch Infant Car Seat: Flying-Family Review **Quick Answer**: Per Joie's published documentation, the Mint Latch is FAA accepted for aircraft use, FMVSS 213 certified, and rated for infants 4–30 lbs rear-facing only, with rigid lower anchors built into the carrier for baseless rideshare installs. **TL;DR**: Per Joie's published documentation, the Mint Latch is an FAA accepted, FMVSS 213 certified infant carrier with rigid lower anchor connectors built directly into the shell — no separate base required for LATCH installation. Rated 4–30 lbs and up to 30 inches rear-facing, it is the ideal pick for rideshare-heavy families and frequent flyers who want one-click LATCH in Ubers and lap-belt installs on aircraft, all at 9.3 lbs. The trade-off is a shorter weight window than competing infant-mid seats. ## Velivolo Family Score: 9/10 — Excellent - **Aviation Fit** (9/10): At 17.75 inches wide, the Mint Latch carrier fits Spirit, Southwest, JetBlue, Delta, and United economy seats with armrests down. - **Install Ease** (9/10): Rigid lower anchors built directly into the carrier eliminate the separate base for Uber and rental car installs — the signature feature of the Mint Latch. - **Vehicle Compatibility** (8/10): Baseless rigid-LATCH design installs directly in any LATCH-equipped vehicle; full compatibility depends on lower anchor position and recline angle. - **Safety Record** (8/10): FMVSS 213 certified; no CPSC or NHTSA recalls on file for the Mint Latch as of this review date. - **Longevity & Value** (7/10): 30-pound weight limit and 30-inch height cap are modest relative to the $299 street price; the rigid-LATCH convenience justifies the premium for rideshare-heavy families. - **Travel Ergonomics** (9/10): At 9.3 lbs the carrier is in the lightweight range for infant seats; the baseless design eliminates the gate-check item in rideshare-only trips. ## At a Glance - **FAA Acceptance**: Yes, FAA-accepted — Approved for use in motor vehicles and on aircraft. - **Weight Range**: 4–30 lbs — Fits children who weigh between 4-30lbs - **Height Limit**: Up to 30 in (76.2 cm) — Standing height up to 30", although some children will outgrow first by the 1" head height rule. - **Velivolo Video**: Yes — Learn how to install the Joie Mint Latch on the airplane. Watch our Velivolo instructional video below. ## Quick Facts - Per Joie's published documentation, the Mint Latch is FAA accepted for aircraft use under FMVSS 213. - The seat is rated for infants 4–30 lbs and up to 30 inches tall, rear-facing only. - Rigid lower anchor connectors are built into the carrier shell — no separate base is required for LATCH installation. - Per NHTSA's records, the Joie Mint Latch has no CPSC or NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of May 2026. - At 9.3 lbs, the carrier is among the lighter options in the infant-mid price tier. ## Specs - **Brand**: Joie - **Category**: infant - **Facing**: rear-facing only - **Price**: $299 (MSRP $299) - **Rear-Facing Weight Limit**: 30 lbs - **Forward-Facing Weight Limit**: — lbs - **Height Limit**: 30 in - **Min Weight**: 4 lbs - **Seat Width**: 17.75 in - **Seat Weight**: 9.3 lbs - **Expiration**: 6 years ## FAA & FMVSS - **FAA Approved**: Yes - **FAA Label Text**: "" - **FAA Label Location**: Carrier shell (per standard FMVSS 213 certification label placement for US infant seats) - **Regulatory Citation**: 14 CFR 121.311 / FAA AC 120-87C / FMVSS 213 - **FMVSS 213**: Yes - **FMVSS 213a**: not_published Per Joie's product listing and standard US infant-seat certification requirements, the Mint Latch is FMVSS 213 certified and FAA accepted for aircraft use. On aircraft the carrier is installed with the airplane lap belt only — the rigid lower anchor connectors are not used in flight. Parents should verify the red FAA certification sticker is intact on the carrier shell before boarding. ## Aviation Fit The Joie Mint Latch carrier measures 17.75 inches wide and installs on aircraft via the lap belt only — the built-in rigid lower anchors are not for aircraft use. At 17.75 inches, the carrier fits Spirit Main Cabin, Southwest 737 MAX 8, JetBlue A321, Delta A321neo, and United 787-9 economy with armrests down; American 737 Main Cabin (16.7 in) requires armrests raised. No documented airline refusal has been reported for this model. For wider seats, it will fit with the armrest raised. - **Fits Economy Seat**: Yes - **Install Method**: Lap belt only — rigid lower anchors are not used on aircraft - **Recline Friendly**: Yes - **Gate Check Recommended**: Yes **Economy Fit**: At 17.75 inches wide, the Mint Latch carrier fits Spirit Main Cabin (17.75 in), Southwest 737 MAX 8 (17.8 in), JetBlue A321 (17.8 in), Delta A321neo (17.2 in), and United 787-9 economy (17.3 in) with armrests down. American 737 Main Cabin (16.7 in) requires armrests raised on both sides. **Gate Check**: Per the universal US gate-check policy (American, Delta, United, Southwest, JetBlue, Alaska, Spirit, Frontier), one car seat per ticketed child is gate-checked free. The Mint Latch has no separate base to manage — the carrier is the only item, which simplifies the gate-check or cabin-carry decision. **Travel Verdict**: The Mint Latch is the strongest infant carrier choice for rideshare-heavy trips — one-click LATCH in Ubers at the destination and a simple lap-belt install on the aircraft, all from a single 9.3-lb carrier with no base to manage. ## Velivolo Travel Score: 9/10 - **Cabin Fit** (9/10): 17.75-inch width fits Spirit, Southwest, JetBlue, Delta, and United economy with armrests down; raises required on American Main Cabin. - **Gate-Check Ease** (9/10): No separate base to manage — just the carrier. A padded car-seat travel bag is still recommended for protection. - **Taxi/Rental** (10/10): Rigid lower anchors click directly into any LATCH-equipped vehicle in seconds — the standout advantage for rideshare and Uber families. - **Folded Portability** (7/10): At 9.3 lbs with no base to carry, the Mint Latch is among the more manageable infant carriers through terminals. ## Safety - **Certifications**: FMVSS 213 - **Side-Impact Tested**: No - **NHTSA Ease-of-Use Stars**: — - **Expiration Policy**: 6 years from date of manufacture per standard Joie guidance FMVSS 213 (49 CFR 571.213) is the US federal frontal-impact standard that all car seats sold in the United States must meet. Every infant seat sold in the US must carry a red FAA certification sticker stating the seat is certified for use in motor vehicles and aircraft. FMVSS 213a is the newer US side-impact standard; Joie's US product page does not explicitly cite 213a compliance for the Mint Latch as of this review date. Per Joie's US product page, FMVSS 213a side-impact compliance is not explicitly cited for the Mint Latch as of May 2026. **Recall History**: Clean — no recalls on record. ## Vehicle Compatibility - **LATCH Limit**: — lbs (tier ) - **Install Methods**: ### Reference Vehicles - **2024 Honda Odyssey EX-L** — Fit: good, Install: Rigid lower anchors (outboard 2nd row), 3-across: true. Carrier clicks directly into lower anchors; three-across with two slim convertibles is feasible per CPST community reports for carrier-only seats at this width. (tier L3) - **2024 Toyota Camry XLE** — Fit: good, Install: Rigid lower anchors (outboard), 3-across: false. Recline indicator reads correctly on the first install attempt; at 17.75 inches wide the carrier fills the outboard position well. (tier L3) - **2023 Honda Civic LX** — Fit: tight, Install: Lap-belt-only (lower anchor position may be deep in seat crease), 3-across: false. At 17.75 inches wide, three-across in the Civic rear bench is not feasible. Lap-belt install is the backup if lower anchor access is blocked by the seat crease. (tier L3) - **Rideshare / Uber / Lyft** — Fit: good, Install: Rigid lower anchors, 3-across: n/a. The rigid lower anchor design is specifically engineered for rideshare use — clicks in and out in seconds with no separate base to manage. Confirm the rideshare vehicle has accessible lower anchors before relying on LATCH. (tier L3) ## Pros - Rigid lower anchor connectors built into the carrier — LATCH install in Uber and Lyft in seconds with no base needed - FAA-certified for aircraft use with FMVSS 213 compliance — carrier installs via airplane lap belt - At 9.3 lbs with no base, the Mint Latch is one of the most portable infant carriers in the infant-mid tier - 17.75-inch width fits Spirit, Southwest, JetBlue, Delta, and United economy seats with armrests down - No separate base means no extra gate-check item — just the carrier from airport to aircraft to Uber - No CPSC or NHTSA recalls on file as of May 2026 ## Cons - 30-pound weight limit is lower than comparable infant-mid competitors such as the Chicco KeyFit 35 (35 lbs) - 30-inch height cap is shorter than most infant-mid alternatives — faster transition to a convertible seat - At $299 it is priced at the top of the infant-mid cluster with a shorter use window than lower-priced alternatives - NHTSA per-model Ease-of-Use star rating not published for this specific seat ## Best For - **Rideshare-heavy families in cities**: The rigid lower anchor connectors built into the carrier make Uber and Lyft installs a 15-second click — no base to wrestle with on the curb while the driver waits. - **Frequent flyers with infants**: The 17.75-inch carrier width fits every major US economy cabin except American narrowbodies with armrests down, and the FAA acceptance plus lap-belt baseless install on aircraft is well-supported. - **Parents who skip the rental-car base entirely**: When you rent a car at the destination, the Mint Latch clicks directly into the rental car's lower anchors with no base to buy, rent, or ship — the most convenient one-carrier travel solution in this price tier. ## Key Features ### Built-in Rigid Lower Anchor Connectors Per Joie's product design, the Mint Latch is engineered as a baseless infant seat with rigid lower anchor connectors integrated directly into the carrier shell. The carrier clicks into the vehicle's lower anchor hardware exactly the way a convertible seat does — no separate base, no base-to-carrier click. This eliminates the most common rideshare frustration: wrestling a 10-pound base into the vehicle while the driver waits. **Key takeaway**: Direct-to-vehicle LATCH in under 15 seconds — no separate base required ### FAA Accepted Aircraft Installation Per Joie's certification documentation, the Mint Latch carries the standard FMVSS 213 FAA certification for aircraft use. On the airplane the carrier is installed using the aircraft's two-point lap belt only — the rigid lower anchors are not used in flight. The red FAA certification sticker on the carrier shell is what gate agents check; parents should verify the sticker is present and legible before each flight. **Key takeaway**: Red FAA sticker on the carrier shell — verify before every flight ### Recline Indicator Without a Base Most infant seats rely on an adjustable base to achieve the correct recline angle for the child. The Mint Latch uses a built-in recline indicator directly on the carrier, and the recline angle is achieved by adjusting the carrier's position using the vehicle seat cushion contour and the integrated recline foot. This means recline verification does not require a base — a key advantage for direct carrier-to-vehicle installs. **Key takeaway**: Integrated recline indicator — no base needed for correct recline angle ### Compact Baseless Travel Profile At 9.3 lbs with no separate base to carry, the Mint Latch is one of the lightest and most self-contained travel setups in the infant-mid cluster. Parents traveling on flights, through airports, and into rideshares manage a single item — the carrier — rather than the carrier-plus-base two-piece system of most infant seats. A padded travel bag is still recommended for gate-check protection. **Key takeaway**: One item, one hand — no base adds no weight or gate-check complexity ### 4–30 lb Rear-Facing Window Per Joie's published specifications, the Mint Latch accepts infants from 4 lbs to 30 lbs in rear-facing-only mode, with a 30-inch standing height cap. The 4-lb minimum makes the seat usable from hospital discharge for most term and late-preterm newborns. The 30-lb cap means most infants will transition to a convertible seat at 12–18 months depending on growth rate. **Key takeaway**: 4-lb minimum for newborn-ready use from day one ## Real-World Scenarios - **Rideshare from the airport to a vacation rental** (5/5): Rigid lower anchors click into the rideshare vehicle's lower hardware in under 15 seconds with no base to manage. No other infant-mid seat offers this level of rideshare convenience. - **Cross-country economy flight with aircraft lap-belt install** (5/5): Carrier fits armrests-down on Spirit, Southwest, JetBlue, Delta, and United narrow-bodies. Install via the airplane lap belt is straightforward; no base to gate-check means one less item to tag. - **Weekend trip with a rental car at the destination** (5/5): The Mint Latch clicks directly into the rental car's lower anchors — no base to ship or rent at the destination. Lap-belt install is the backup if the rental's LATCH is inaccessible. - **Daily commute in a 2024 Honda Odyssey second row** (4/5): Rigid-anchor install takes under 15 seconds; no base to store in the trunk. The 30-lb limit means transition to a convertible earlier than in a 35-lb competitor. - **Gate-checked round-trip with a padded travel bag** (5/5): With no base, there is only the carrier to gate-check. A padded car-seat travel bag protects the shell; gate-check is free on all major US carriers per their published policies. ## How It Compares - [Chicco KeyFit 35](https://www.velivolotravel.com/okf/car-seats/chicco-keyfit-35.md) ($199–249) — Per Chicco's published documentation, the KeyFit 35 is rated to 35 lbs and 32 inches — a meaningfully longer rear-facing window than the Mint Latch's 30 lbs and 30 inches. The KeyFit 35 uses a base with SuperCinch LATCH rather than built-in rigid anchors, making rideshare installs slower. The KeyFit 35 streets $50–100 cheaper than the Mint Latch. Wins at: Longer rear-facing weight and height window; lower street price. - [Britax Willow S](https://www.velivolotravel.com/okf/car-seats/britax-willow-s.md) ($299–349) — Per Britax's published documentation, the Willow S is rated to 30 lbs and 32 inches — a taller height ceiling than the Mint Latch's 30 inches. Both seats carry FAA acceptance and sit at comparable price points. The Willow S uses a separate Alpine ClickTight base; the Mint Latch wins on rideshare convenience with its built-in rigid anchors. Wins at: Taller 32-inch height ceiling; ClickTight belt tensioner in the base. - [Nuna PIPA RX](https://www.velivolotravel.com/okf/car-seats/nuna-pipa-rx.md) ($349–399) — Per Nuna's published documentation, the PIPA RX is rated to 32 lbs and 32 inches at a higher price point. The PIPA RX carrier weighs 7.6 lbs versus the Mint Latch's 9.3 lbs — a meaningful difference through airport terminals. Both seats require separate bases for conventional LATCH installs; the Mint Latch's built-in rigid anchors make rideshare installs faster than the PIPA RX base. Wins at: Lighter carrier weight and longer rear-facing height ceiling. - [Graco SnugRide SnugLock 35 DLX](https://www.velivolotravel.com/okf/car-seats/graco-snugride-snuglock-35-dlx.md) ($149–199) — Per Graco's published documentation, the SnugRide SnugLock 35 DLX matches the Mint Latch on FAA certification but uses a separate SnugLock base for LATCH installation. The Graco is rated to 35 lbs and streets $100–150 cheaper than the Mint Latch. For rideshare-light families who keep the seat in one primary vehicle, the SnugRide is a more economical choice. Wins at: Lower street price; longer 35-lb rear-facing weight window. ## Common Mistakes ### Using Rigid Anchors on Aircraft Per FAA AC 120-87C, car seat LATCH systems are not approved for aircraft use — only the lap-belt install is permitted on the airplane. The Mint Latch's built-in rigid lower anchors must not be engaged during flight. Install the carrier using the aircraft's two-point lap belt only, routing it through the same belt path specified in the Joie manual's aircraft-installation section. **Source**: [FAA Advisory Circular 120-87C](https://www.faa.gov/documentlibrary/media/advisory_circular/ac_120-87c.pdf) ### Skipping the Recline Angle Check on Each Install Because the Mint Latch has no adjustable base, the carrier's recline angle depends entirely on the vehicle seat's natural geometry and the carrier's recline foot adjustment. Parents frequently skip checking the recline indicator on repeat installs, especially in rideshares where the vehicle seat angle varies from car to car. Always confirm the recline indicator is in the correct zone before buckling the child. **Source**: [Car Seats For The Littles](https://csftl.org) ### Chest Clip at Belly Level Instead of Armpit Per CPST community guidance from Car Seats For The Littles, the most common harness-routing error on infant seats is placing the chest clip at belly level rather than armpit level. For the Mint Latch's non-base install the harness should be checked at each new vehicle install because the recline angle can shift the harness's apparent position and cause caregivers to move the clip down from the correct armpit position. **Source**: [Car Seats For The Littles](https://csftl.org) ## Travel Tips - **Use Rigid Anchors in Rideshares**: The Mint Latch's built-in rigid lower anchors let you click the carrier directly into any rideshare vehicle's lower anchor hardware in seconds — no base required. Confirm the driver's vehicle has accessible lower anchors before relying on LATCH; if anchors are buried, use the lap-belt-only install. - **Gate-Check Just the Carrier**: With no separate base, you have only one item to gate-check or carry. A padded car-seat travel bag protects the carrier shell during gate-check handling. Free on all major US carriers per their published policies. - **Verify the FAA Sticker Before Each Flight**: Per FAA AC 120-87C, the red certification label must be present and legible on the carrier shell. Gate agents check this sticker before allowing the seat in the cabin. Verify it is intact before leaving for the airport to avoid boarding delays. - **Practice the Lap-Belt Install at Home**: Before your first trip, practice the lap-belt-only install using the Joie manual's aircraft-install section. The Mint Latch is designed to install without the base, and a practiced install takes under 90 seconds — the same belt path used on the aircraft. - **Plan for the 30-lb Transition**: At 30 lbs and 30 inches the Mint Latch's rear-facing window is shorter than most infant-mid competitors. Most infants hit this limit between 12 and 18 months. Plan the convertible seat transition early so you have a tested, installed seat ready before the limit is reached. ## FAQ ### Is the Joie Mint Latch FAA accepted for use on airplanes? Per Joie's product documentation, the Mint Latch is FAA-certified for aircraft use under FMVSS 213. All US-market infant seats must carry a red FAA certification sticker stating the seat is certified for use in motor vehicles and aircraft — the Mint Latch carries this label on the carrier shell. Before boarding, parents should verify the red certification sticker is present and legible, as gate agents may check it. On the aircraft, the carrier is installed using the airplane's two-point lap belt only — the built-in rigid lower anchor connectors are not used in flight because aircraft seats do not have lower anchors. Always check the sticker before each flight to avoid boarding delays. [Source](https://www.joiebaby.com) ### What makes the Joie Mint Latch different from other infant seats? The Joie Mint Latch's defining feature is its rigid lower anchor connectors built directly into the carrier shell, eliminating the need for a separate base for LATCH installation. Most infant seats require a separate base that must be installed in the vehicle first, then the carrier clicks into the base. The Mint Latch skips the base entirely — the carrier clicks directly into the vehicle's lower anchor hardware the way a convertible seat does. For rideshare-heavy families who use Uber and Lyft frequently, this means a 10–15 second LATCH install with no base to manage in the back seat of a stranger's car. For flight travel, the baseless design means there is no separate base to gate-check. [Source](https://www.joiebaby.com) ### What is the weight limit on the Joie Mint Latch? Per Joie's published specifications, the Mint Latch is rated for infants from 4 lbs to 30 lbs in rear-facing-only mode, with a standing height limit of 30 inches. There is no forward-facing weight limit because the Mint Latch is an infant-only seat — once your child exceeds 30 lbs or 30 inches, whichever comes first, they must transition to a convertible or all-in-one seat. The 30-lb ceiling is lower than most infant-mid competitors such as the Chicco KeyFit 35 (35 lbs) and UPPAbaby MESA V2 (35 lbs). Families who anticipate keeping a child in an infant seat beyond 12–15 months should consider whether the Mint Latch's shorter window suits their plans. Always weigh your child on a recent doctor-visit scale rather than estimating. [Source](https://www.joiebaby.com) ### Can I use the Joie Mint Latch in an Uber or Lyft without a base? Yes — and this is the Mint Latch's strongest use case. The rigid lower anchor connectors are built directly into the carrier, so the carrier clicks into the rideshare vehicle's lower anchor hardware with no separate base required. The install takes approximately 10–15 seconds once you locate the lower anchors, which are typically visible at the junction of the seat back and seat cushion in LATCH-equipped vehicles (all US vehicles manufactured from 2002 onward). If the lower anchors are not accessible — sometimes they are buried deeply in a tight seat crease — the lap-belt-only install is the backup. Per CPST guidance, always verify the carrier does not move more than one inch side-to-side or forward at the belt path after installation. [Source](https://www.amazon.com/Joie-Latch-Baseless-Infant-Built/dp/B0DHT2GM23?tag=velivolollc-20) ### Does the Joie Mint Latch fit in economy airplane seats? Per the Mint Latch's published specifications, the carrier measures 17.75 inches at its widest point. This width fits Spirit Main Cabin (approximately 17.75 in), Southwest 737 MAX 8 (17.8 in), JetBlue A321 (17.8 in), Delta A321neo (17.2 in), and United 787-9 economy (17.3 in) with armrests in the down position. American Airlines 737 Main Cabin rows (approximately 16.7 in) require armrests raised on both sides of the seat to accommodate the carrier. Most US carriers permit armrests to be raised for child-restraint installation. Rear-facing infant carriers in general require 31 inches or more of seat pitch — bulkhead rows or premium economy are strongly recommended for rear-facing installs. [Source](https://www.joiebaby.com) ### Has the Joie Mint Latch been recalled? Per NHTSA's public recall database and CPSC's recall search, the Joie Mint Latch has no recall campaigns on file as of May 2026. Joie is part of the Britax family of brands and has a long-standing safety track record in both the European and US markets. To monitor for future recalls, parents can register their seat with Joie at joiebaby.com and sign up for NHTSA email alerts at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Always include the manufacture date, model name, and purchase date on any warranty or recall registration for accurate recall tracking. [Source](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) ### How long is the Joie Mint Latch good for before expiring? Per standard Joie guidance, the Mint Latch expires six years from the date of manufacture. The date of manufacture is stamped on a label on the underside of the carrier shell — parents should locate this label before reusing the carrier for a second child. Once expired, the seat should not be reused or resold; plastic and foam materials degrade over time and may not perform as intended in a crash. Because the Mint Latch has no separate base, there is only one expiration label to check rather than the two labels found on carrier-plus-base systems. Recycling programs at Target and Walmart accept expired car seats for material reclamation during periodic car-seat trade-in events. [Source](https://www.joiebaby.com) ### How does the Joie Mint Latch compare to the Chicco KeyFit 35? The Joie Mint Latch and Chicco KeyFit 35 are both infant-mid cluster seats with FAA certification and similar carrier weights (Mint Latch 9.3 lbs; KeyFit 35 approximately 9.6 lbs). The Mint Latch's standout advantage is its built-in rigid lower anchors — no base required for LATCH installation, making rideshare and rental-car installs dramatically faster. The KeyFit 35's advantages are a longer rear-facing window (35 lbs, 32 in vs the Mint Latch's 30 lbs, 30 in), SuperCinch LATCH tensioner with base-included install, and a lower street price of approximately $199–249 versus the Mint Latch's $299. For frequent rideshare users, the Mint Latch's convenience premium is worth it; for families who drive primarily in one car with a permanently installed base, the KeyFit 35 is the more economical and longer-lasting choice. [Source](https://www.joiebaby.com) ### What are the most common installation mistakes with the Joie Mint Latch? Per CPST community guidance, the most common install error for baseless rigid-LATCH infant seats is failing to verify the recline angle after each new install. Because there is no adjustable base, the carrier's recline is set by the vehicle seat geometry — which varies significantly between a Honda Odyssey second row and an Uber driver's sedan. Always check the recline indicator on the carrier after every new install. The second most common error is engaging the rigid lower anchors during an aircraft install — the rigid anchors must not be used on airplanes per FAA AC 120-87C. Use only the aircraft's lap belt. The third most common error is leaving the chest clip at belly level instead of armpit level, especially after adjusting harness height as the baby grows. [Source](https://csftl.org) ## Related Concepts - [Back to Car Seats Catalog](https://www.velivolotravel.com/okf/car-seats/index.md) - [chicco-keyfit-35](https://www.velivolotravel.com/okf/car-seats/chicco-keyfit-35.md) - [britax-willow-s](https://www.velivolotravel.com/okf/car-seats/britax-willow-s.md) - [nuna-pipa-rx](https://www.velivolotravel.com/okf/car-seats/nuna-pipa-rx.md) - [graco-snugride-snuglock-35-dlx](https://www.velivolotravel.com/okf/car-seats/graco-snugride-snuglock-35-dlx.md) - [doona-plus](https://www.velivolotravel.com/okf/car-seats/doona-plus.md) ## Sources - [Joie Mint Latch Amazon Listing (2026): Product specifications, rigid lower anchor description, purchase URL, FAA acceptance confirmation](https://www.amazon.com/Joie-Latch-Baseless-Infant-Built/dp/B0DHT2GM23?tag=velivolollc-20) - [Joie International Product Page (2026): Brand overview, product family, manufacturer specifications](https://www.joiebaby.com) - [FAA Advisory Circular 120-87C (2015): Controlling FAA guidance for child restraint systems on US Part 121 carriers; lap-belt-only install requirement; LATCH prohibition on aircraft](https://www.faa.gov/documentlibrary/media/advisory_circular/ac_120-87c.pdf) - [NHTSA Recalls Database (2026): Searched Joie Mint Latch — no campaigns on file](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) - [CPSC Recalls Database (2026): Searched Joie / Mint Latch — no campaigns on file](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls) **Last Updated**: 2026-07-14 **Author**: Velivolo Editorial Team — Family Travel Experts