Included with your rental: CARES harness and carry bag. The instruction card is free upon request, or you can download it here. Maximum 3 CARES per order. If you need 4 or more, please place another order.
Rent our CARES harness for children and for flyers with special needs
The first and only FAA-approved safety restraint system designed specifically for aviation use for children over one year old who weigh between 22 and 44 pounds, while our CARES for Flyers with Special Needs is now approved for use by kids, teens, and adults with special needs. Both are easy to install and weigh less than a pound!
CARES or Special CARES for a Special Needs Traveler?
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Requires FAA Permit*
22-44 lbs; up to 40 tall
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Special needs flyers 41-56 tall
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Special needs flyers over 5 feet tall
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CARES and Special CARES are only certified for children up to 40 inches AND 44 pounds. If the user is taller than 40 inches and over 44 pounds, a special permit (exemption letter) must be obtained from the FAA. The user should carry this letter every time he flys. For more information, please click here.
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Carol Giuliani - https://www.seniortravelcompanionservices.com/
I relocate seniors cross country and was told I needed a harness to secure a disabled woman in the airplane seat with poor trunk strength. I was glad to be able to rent rather than buy your product. My client was happy with the savings. Process was smooth and easy, product was fine. Thanks much!
Carol Giuliani - https://www.seniortravelcompanionservices.com/
I relocate seniors cross country and was told I needed a harness to secure a disabled woman in the airplane seat with poor trunk strength. I was glad to be able to rent rather than buy your product. My client was happy with the savings. Process was smooth and easy, product was fine. Thanks much!
Morgan H, WA
This was such a great service. Being my son's first flight and flying just him and I. We had a layover and I didn't want to have to worry about his car seat, or buying one of these for just this trip because we don't fly very often. After the first leg of our trip my son was helping strap himself in and he was a pro! I am not sure how this trip would have gone without this, but I am so glad I didn't have to find out. You all made it so easy to rent, and ship to and from my area. I would use this again the next time we fly in a Heat Beat!!!!!!
Kelly Lim, VA
The harness arrived 5 days before my trip. I found an installation guide from Youtube and it was very easy. I asked gate staff if I can board earlier and all 4 staffs allowed us to do that. (I flied with American Airline for all 4 flights) It was very easy to install and took it off. My 20 months old didn't want to wear the harness the whole time. However she was okay to wear it when it was taking off and landing. (and when there were turbulences). Renting this device was the great idea for me than buying since I only travel once or twice a year with my kids. Highly recommended.
Jessica Tipton, TX
I can't say enough good things about the CARES Harness. We were traveling with my 21 month old on four flights for a total of about 8 hours and two rather short layovers. I knew that it would be difficult to carry a car seat, baby, stroller, and luggage through the airport. I searched for alternatives to the car seat and I found the CARES system. This was so much simpler! It comes in its own bag which we just put into our carry on bag. It was extremely easy to use and looked brand new. My son buckled into it with no problems. It kept him still and he was happy for most of the trip. It arrived a few days before our trip just as promised and was very simple to return. I would definitely recommend!
Jessica Tipton, TX
I can't say enough good things about the CARES Harness. We were traveling with my 21 month old on four flights for a total of about 8 hours and two rather short layovers. I knew that it would be difficult to carry a car seat, baby, stroller, and luggage through the airport. I searched for alternatives to the car seat and I found the CARES system. This was so much simpler! It comes in its own bag which we just put into our carry on bag. It was extremely easy to use and looked brand new. My son buckled into it with no problems. It kept him still and he was happy for most of the trip. It arrived a few days before our trip just as promised and was very simple to return. I would definitely recommend!
Sara Robinson
I was so happy I found this company, it saved me from having to bring a carseat for my 2 year old daughter. It was small, convenient and she loved it. Price was great as well.
Tina La Rue Carne, GA
Fabulous experience and product. My order was overlooked yet sent priority once I emailed asking for the arrival time. The customer service was professional yet personal. As a small business owner I understand that things will happen. I recommended the buckle to a family on our flight. They were very excited about it. This was my 3yr old sons 1st flying experience all be it long (4hrs each way)he was great and secure.
Jill Dineen, IL
I just posted a Testimonial and photo of one of my grandsons in his Care harness ! Here is my other grandson happy in his harness too;)
Jill Dineen, IL
This is the second time we have used the rent cares airline harnesses. We had a connecting flight on our way down to vacation as well as on the way back and knew that the Care harness would be invaluable. My grandsons feel safe and secure in the harnesses and do not feel restricted . its as if they were riding in the car as they are always buckled into the car seats there too! Our experience with the rent cares harness has been wonderful! They arrive prior to the time were leaving and it is easy to return after the trip. Id recommend it to anyone who is traveling with a child. As a matter of fact , one of my daughters friends rented one for her son on our suggestion and she wrote back it was the very best way to travel ! Dont go anywhere without them if youre traveling with a child!
This is my second time renting from rentcares.com and they make it easy to keep my child safe when we fly. I don’t want to have to bring a car seat for a 4-year old, but the CARES harness gives me peace of mind that he is secure in his seat. Will use this service again!
We rented 1 CARES harness for our 20 month old daughter before our trip to India. The entire process of renting and returning was extremely smooth and was taken care of very well. The harness was extremely well maintained with respect to cleanliness and quality. I would definitely recommend their service to anyone who is traveling with their toddler.
We rented 2 harnesses for my 2 small children to use during 2 5 hour flights. The harnesses arrived clean and with the carrying bag for storage, as well as a return envelope and instructions. It was so easy and convenient. I HIGHLY recommend, and will use this service again on our next trip. Thank you, Rentcares!!!
Somehow the system changed my departure date to a week AFTER we leave, and the harness didn’t ship until noon the day prior to our departure. I have been told they do not do overnight shipments, so I guess my toddler gets to have mom giving them a bear hug during most of the flight. Customer service was of (almost) no help. They offered to refund the cost of the rental, but not shipping. Beyond frustrating.
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How do I rent a harness for a one way flight?Bonnie asked on March 14, 2025
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Hi i have a question my son is 19 years old with Special needs and needs a harness and thigh straps because he slides on the seat can i use this or do you have anything different for him his 5"11 and 145lbs we leave on the 24th of January please let me know so i can order itRosalba Carrizalez asked on January 10, 2025
I sent you an email.
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I need a large size for a special needs kid 70 lbs. could you please call me at xxx-xxx-xxxx. Thank you, LauraLaura asked on March 31, 2023
This is my second time renting from rentcares.com and they make it easy to keep my child safe when we fly. I don’t want to have to bring a car seat for a 4-year old, but the CARES harness gives me peace of mind that he is secure in his seat. Will use this service again!
Being able to rent the CARES harness gave me great peace of mind when flying with our toddler. Will definitely be a repeat customer!
We rented 1 CARES harness for our 20 month old daughter before our trip to India. The entire process of renting and returning was extremely smooth and was taken care of very well. The harness was extremely well maintained with respect to cleanliness and quality. I would definitely recommend their service to anyone who is traveling with their toddler.
We rented 2 harnesses for my 2 small children to use during 2 5 hour flights. The harnesses arrived clean and with the carrying bag for storage, as well as a return envelope and instructions. It was so easy and convenient. I HIGHLY recommend, and will use this service again on our next trip. Thank you, Rentcares!!!
Somehow the system changed my departure date to a week AFTER we leave, and the harness didn’t ship until noon the day prior to our departure. I have been told they do not do overnight shipments, so I guess my toddler gets to have mom giving them a bear hug during most of the flight. Customer service was of (almost) no help. They offered to refund the cost of the rental, but not shipping. Beyond frustrating.