Has anyone traveled through AirTran or Southwest with this carrier? Does it fit ok?

I used this carrier traveling across the country on both AirTran and Southwest. It fits okay. You wouldn't want it any larger though. The end of the carrier that you push furthest under the seat in front of you gets a little bit crunched, because the underside of the seat in front of you slopes down a little bit. There was still room for my pet, however, and she even exceeds this carrier's recommended size. You do have to push and shove a bit to get it under the seat. Since this carrier is soft-sided it allows for a some flexibility when doing that. All in all, it worked out fine and I'm very happy with the carrier.

Alaska Airlines specifies their dimensions as 9.5X12X17. I cannot find any carriers to meet those measurements. Will this one fit?

Alaska Airlines max dimensions are 17x11x9.5 for soft sided carrier, and 17x11x7.5 for hard-sided carriers. The sherpa size small comes in under the soft-sided dimensions Alaska requires. So if you are buying the small, yes it will fit. If you are buying the medium, it is slightly too big and MAYBE you'll get away with it, and the size large is way too big. With Alaska, they appear to be trying to steer larger animals to the checked baggage compartment.

What size dog is this for, Amazon?

I bought this carrier for my cat. He is 17 lbs and fits inside easily and has room to turn around inside. Not sure if that helps since I don't own a dog.

has anyone ever flown southwest airline with this pet carrier?

Yes, I have used the carrier on 2 round trip, coast-to-coast trips. Even though it's larger than their approved carrier, I had no problem fitting it under the seat in front of me.

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Original Deluxe Travel Pet Carrier, Airline Approved & Guaranteed On Board - Black, Medium

Product ID: 1727561

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Brand
Sherpa
Color
Original Black
Material
Polyester
Product Dimensions
17"L x 11"W x
Special Feature
Airline

🧳Compact spring wire frame fits under seats

🧼Removable, machine-washable cozy liner

✈️Airline approved, guaranteed on board

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Description

✈️ Travel smart, travel stylish — your pet’s passport to comfort!

BREATHE EASY - Mesh ventilation panels ensure your pet stays cool and comfortable
EFFORTLESS ACCESS - Dual top and side entries for smooth, hassle-free loading and unloading
SPACE SAVVY DESIGN - Patented spring wire frame compresses to fit snugly under most airline seats
FLY WITH CONFIDENCE - FAA-compliant, guaranteed on-board for stress-free air travel
TRAVEL READY VERSATILITY - Includes padded shoulder strap, seatbelt security pass-through, and large storage pocket for all your pet’s essentials

The Sherpa Original Deluxe Travel Pet Carrier is a medium-sized, airline-approved soft-sided carrier designed for pets up to 16 pounds. Featuring a patented spring wire frame that compresses to fit under airplane seats, mesh ventilation panels, locking zippers, and a removable machine-washable cozy liner, it ensures safe, comfortable travel by air, car, or train. With versatile carrying options, a seatbelt security strap, and a large storage pocket, it’s the ultimate travel companion for professional pet parents on the go.

Specifications

ASIN	B000FLETX8
ASIN	B000FLETX8
Additional Features	Airline Approved
Best Sellers Rank	#5,845 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #9 in Dog Soft-Sided Carriers
Brand Name	Sherpa
Closure Type	Zipper
Color	Original Black
Compatible with Vehicle Type	Airplane, Car
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (8,462)
Date First Available	October 31, 2004
Dog Breed Size	Medium
Global Trade Identification Number	00743723552318
Included Components	Pet Carrier, Strap, Liner
Item Dimensions L x W x H	17"L x 11"W x 10.5"H
Item Type Name	Pet Carrier
Item Weight	3 pounds
Item model number	55231
Manufacturer	PetWise, Inc.
Manufacturer	PetWise, Inc.
Manufacturer Part Number	55231
Material Type	Polyester
Maximum Weight Recommendation	16 pounds
Model Name	Original Deluxe Pet Carrier
Model Number	55231
Pet Type	Cat, Dog
Product Dimensions	17 x 11 x 10.5 inches; 3 pounds
Product Style	Guaranteed On Board - Original Deluxe Carrier
Recommended Uses For Product	Traveling
Size	17.0"L x 11.0"W x 10.5"H
Target Audience	Cat, Dog
Target Species	Dog
UPC	743723552318
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	Satisfaction Guarantee (Only applicable to products purchased from an authorized seller)

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