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    Can I leave car seats at the airport and pick them up when I get back?
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    Yes, but you have to pay for it. They keep it safe and sound until you come back.
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    Will they replace my baby's seat if it is damaged?
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    They are unlikely to replace it. However, you can file a complaint for damaged luggage and possibly get some money back.
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    Can I check a baby seat as luggage even though I'm not traveling with a baby?
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    Yes you can, but due to its funny shape, you'd have to check it in as special luggage.
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    If I bring a car seat to a flight, will they check it in and take it to the plane, or do I have to take it the plane and transfer it to the next flight?
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    You can choose to have the car seat checked in or bring it with you. It's up to you.
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    My baby will be less than one year old when we plan to travel. It’s my first time on a plane, and I’ll have to bring the stroller, the car seat and the base. Do I check those in?
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    You can check the stroller and car seat as luggage if you want, or you can take them on the plane, in which case they will have to go through the x-ray machine.
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