Airplane Seatbelt Extender (7-24") - FITS ALL AIRLINES (except Southwest) - FREE Carry Case!

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Pros: it doubles up as a ride on and is very easy to set up. Jetkids Stokke Bedbox can be ridden on at the airport An American Airlines Embraer ERJ-145 operated by Envoy Air. (Image courtesy of American Airlines) Understand that seat width can be a wild card Being strapped in too tightly can heighten the feelings of claustrophobia that accompany a fear of flying. If you are already anxious about flying, you’ll want to do everything you can to lessen the physical and psychological pressure, and extra-comfy extended seat belt extenders can do just that. The two main contenders (and the ones which are currently most likely to be approved by airlines are): Jetkids BedBox by Stokke

Economy class airline seats are notoriously narrow. This can be a huge problem if you are pregnant, overweight, or otherwise need more space than economy class airline seats typically allow.If you need a seat belt extender, all you need to do is ask a flight attendant for one. Airline companies provide them for free so if you’re struggling for space, it won’t come at an extra cost to you. If you're tired of asking flight attendants for a seat belt extender, worried that the crew may run out of belt extensions and wish you could bring your own extender to save the hassle and embarrassment, then this is the perfect product for you. Cabin Crew are trained to give an extender to you discreetly, however, we know this isn’t always the case. What If The Aircraft Runs Out Of Airline Seatbelt Extenders? The basic idea behind a seat belt extender is quite simple. You either slip it over the existing seat belt or connect it to the seat and surrounding area via other means. As alluded to, the two groups who most commonly need seat Belt extenders are those who are medically overweight or obese as well as pregnant mothers.

If a flight attendant feels like it’s not safe for you to use it, they may ask you to hand it over to them. There are a lot of cases where flight attendants either don’t notice or choose not to say anything, which is why you may hear mixed messaging surrounding whether or not it’s okay to take your own onboard. In addition, some seat belt extenders are Combo or Universal options and can work with either Type A or Type B. Either way, you need to make absolutely sure your seat belt extender will fit a Southwestern Airlines seat before buying it. Who Needs a Seat Belt Extender? If you feel embarrassed to ask for an extender, or do not wish to double-spend by buying an extra seat to get more room. Buying a seat belt extender for Airplanes may be a good choice. Southwestern Airlines’ seat belt setup differs from most others, requiring special extenders such as this option from Seat Belt Extender Pros. They are specially designed to work with Southwest’s unique seats, adding between 7 and 24 inches of length depending on how far you choose to extend them. The Type A Airplane Seat Belt Extender fits on a wide variety of airlines and will lead to a hassle and stress-free flying experience. If you are flying Southwest, please try the Type B Airplane Extender.I have to assure you all though- giving out seatbelt extensions are a normal occurrence each flight for us. I give out about 6 each flight for both babies and larger customers. I always tell people who are desperately trying to squeeze into a fixed belt- why make yourself uncomfortable? The idea of a seatbelt is to be able to wear it comfortably ALL flight not just during takeoff and landing so don’t use only the fixed one if it’s super tight and you have to rip it off as soon as the seatbelt sign comes off. If you don’t want to use the word extender- ask for an ‘extra belt’ the crew will know exactly what you want.

You deserve to be comfortable and safe when you travel and if you need a seatbelt extender to do that, that’s okay! This is the only one I haven’t tried, but I have friends who have. It not only converts an economy seats into an inflight bed, but also acts as ride on suitcase with some extra storage space inside. (It also houses the mattress.) With the straps you can pull a 3 year old along around the airport or offer them somewhere clean to sit whilst in a queue. Even so, you also have to make sure that your seatbelt is firm around your waist so that it can hold you in place. Most passengers have problems determining the best airplane seat belt extension fit that will not be too tight or too loose. You realize that connecting your seat belt extender is worth your tightness and practice is necessary before your next flight. You will need to get the best way to make your seatbelt as comfortable as possible by getting a feel of how tight it is tight enough.Calling attention to yourself by trying to book an extra seat or asking for a seat belt extender in public can, thus, be embarrassing. I need to be more aware of the seats themselves on the particular aircraft I fly. I need to know exactly which seats I fit comfortably into and whether or not I may need a seat belt extender.

Unfortunately, not all airlines design their seats and seat belts the same way. In particular, Southwest Airlines stands out for having a different design than their contemporaries. This means that seat belt extenders that work for other airlines may not work for them. The below image is the seat configuration of an American Airlines Embraer ERJ-145 operated by Envoy Air. On a small, cramped plane like this one, a passenger of size may be better off selecting an A seat with no seatmate. Seat width is 17 inches. I wholeheartedly understand if the shame of asking for a seatbelt extender is something you’re never able to get over but I want everyone reading this to know that I believe in you. Advocating for yourself as a plus size traveller is incredibly important and the more you do it, I promise the easier it will get. This seat belt extender is highly adjustable. It can stretch out to a maximum of 24 inches or a minimum of 6 inches. The entire unit is also small enough to be easily portable, which is hugely important given that it is designed specifically for air travel. These offerings from AmSafe are designed to work with most seat belt setups in the United States and abroad. They are specifically designed for use on commercial airlines, are E4 safety certified, and have enough strength to support 3000 pounds of pressure.

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Here we have another example of the power of versatility at work, with these seat belt extenders being yet another option that is compatible with nearly all Type A seat belt setups across the globe. In addition, they feature #4 safety certification. This extender comes with a carrying case for discretion and easy transportation as well as an owner's card to prove that it belongs to you. It is adjustable and can add between 7" and 24" of length to the existing seat belt. If a seatbelt you have bought online states is has FAA documentation with it, this is likely fake because it cannot be bought and is only provided directly to airlines.