Bruce, I agree with you that it's a shame the airline can't rent them out to you.
Afterall, we are paying full fare for my 2 year old. They should loan/rent an approved FAA car seat for the little ones If we can't hold them in our laps.
While in Florida, we are not renting a car.
I called Mears (shuttle) and they said public transportation does not require car seats but I could bring my own.
I can't believe I might have to go out and buy an FAA approved car seat just for the plane because the 2 I have are not FAA approved. :(
Anyway, I have some time, I will figure something out

Can't put a price tag on the safety of our little kiddy's:angel