Pico™ Portable Car Seat

Pico is the 8 lb. travel car seat that fits in airplane bins and trunks. FAA- and NHTSA-approved, it keeps kids safe and comfy with aerospace-grade aluminum and breathable mesh.

Features & Specifications

The Pico Car Seat is ultra-light, portable, and compact enough to slide into most airplane overhead bins.

Storage Position: 11.6” L x 14.5” W x 18.9” H

Lowest Use Position: 15.2” L x 14.5” W x 22.8” H

Highest Use Position: 15.2” L x 14.5” W x 27.8” H

Weight: 8 pounds

Safety & Child Requirements

The Pico car seat passes all safety testing according to U.S. standards regulated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The Pico is a forward-facing car seat, recommended for ages 2+.

Actual height and weight requirements vary depending on the seat’s date of manufacture due to updated National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regulations. The seat design has not changed.

Seats manufactured before June 30, 2025: Weight: 22–50 lb (10–22.7 kg) and Height: 30–45 in (76–114 cm). See FAQs for details.

We take safety seriously at WAYB. It’s in our heritage: our founders come from the outdoor gear industry and are known for their commitment to quality and safety. WAYB offers easy-to-follow installation videos on their support page and recommends checking any car seat installation with a Certified Passenger Safety Technician in your area.

Materials

Frame Components: Pico's AeroWing™ space-grade aluminum alloy is ultralight, super strong, and absorbs energy forces in a crash. Designed with the planet in mind, the Pico car seat uses minimal plastic components and no PU foam.

Fabric Pads: Made from a blend of polyester and responsibly sourced wool, Pico's AstroKnit™ mesh fabric is breathable and ergonomic, keeping little travelers cool and comfortable. Pico’s frame sections are covered with a rugged polyester material.

Care: Spot clean using warm water and wool-safe detergent, or remove fabric pads and hand wash using warm water and wool-safe detergent.

Installation & Manuals

The Pico car seat can be installed using a car’s LATCH system or a car or plane seatbelt. See the installation video here. All Pico manuals can be found at the bottom of this page.