- Leave home early enough

to arrive at the airport at least one hour before the flight - two

hours before an international flight.

- When checking in, you'll need to complete the airline's

"unaccompanied minor" form, show your ID and tell the attendant

who will be picking up the child.

- Be sure young travelers have a little cash for headsets and other

expenses. Also, hand over some change or a calling card, in case they

need to make a phone call once they land.

- Some airlines allow parents to escort kids onto the plane before

the flight. If so, you can meet the people seated nearby, point to the

lavatories, and explain how and when to use the flight attendant call

button.

- Don't leave for home until the plane takes off. Occasionally,

a flight will be delayed and passengers will be asked to leave the plane.