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  If you plan to take a car seat on an airplane, it must have a tag on it that says "FAA approved." There are a number of FAA approved car seats on the market to consider. Even if your car seat is tagged FAA approved, it is still a good idea to call the airline and confirm that it will be acceptable on the plane.
  
  

Chicco KeyFit 30

• The Chicco KeyFit 30 accommodates babies from 4 to 22 pounds. It has a canopy that rotates 180 degrees and a handle that can remain upright in the seat. It is available at retail stores such as Babies-R-Us and can also be purchased online.
  
  

Graco SnugRide 32

• The Graco SnugRide 32 is available at a number of retail stores including Target and Wal-Mart and is also available online. It is designed for babies weighing 5 to 32 pounds, and meets the New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) crash test standard, which is not required for car seats, but is desirable for safety reasons.
  
  

Combi Coccoro

• The Combi Coccoro is a lightweight car seat that is designed for small vehicles and is ideal for "three across" airline seating situations. It is available at a number of retail stores including Target and Babies-R-Us and is also available online.
  
  

Sunshine Kids Radian 65SL

• The Sunshine Kids Radian 65SL is equipped for children up to 65 pounds, and features a SafeStop crash force load limiter for forward-facing harness use. It can be purchased at specialty stores and also online.