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  "title": "Using a Rotating Car Seat Without Its Base",
  "question": "Can a rotating car seat be used without its base?",
  "answer": "Cybex Aton G Swivel: It is certified for aircraft use only without the base; confirm acceptance with the airline. Britax Galaxy360™ Slim Rotating Convertible Car Seat: The seat and base form one unit and remain connected during installation.",
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    "price": "Prices and stock change, so this page prints neither: each product name links to its RoboTrunk page, which shows them live."
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