Traveling With A Disability
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NEPACIL
Aug 24, 2010, 8:58:31 AM8/24/10
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Day-to-day life can be tough as it is when you have a disability, but,
what if you want to travel? Depending on your disability it could be
like taking another person (expense wise) if there are extra fees
involved.
This little bit of information maybe helpful for those that will be
flying.
"Question: Are there any provisions to have the baggage check-in fees
waived for people with disabilities who cannot carry their bags on
board?
Answer: The short answer is no, but that doesn't tell the whole story.
Two years ago, my grandmother, who has difficulty walking, flew
Continental. She called the airline in advance to arrange for
wheelchair assistance. She brought along a carry-on suitcase, which
airport and then airline personnel helped her transport and store in
the overhead bin.
Most airlines offer courtesy wheelchair assistance, but you should
always check the requirements and limitations when you make your
reservations. Some smaller aircraft are not large enough for
wheelchair access. Others may have portable stair-access and require a
special lift for passengers who use wheelchairs.
All major U.S. carriers will waive baggage check-in fees for
wheelchairs - and in most cases, other assistant devices such as
scooters or braces - and medical supplies.
But be sure you fully read an airline's baggage fee policies. For
example, on Delta, if you include medical supplies or equipment in a
bag that contains "nonessential items" (clothes, shoes, etc.), the bag
will no longer qualify for an exemption and you will have to pay the
baggage fee."
http://www.kansascity.com/2010/08/23/2167808/travel-qa-disabilities-wont-wipe.html
what if you want to travel? Depending on your disability it could be
like taking another person (expense wise) if there are extra fees
involved.
This little bit of information maybe helpful for those that will be
flying.
"Question: Are there any provisions to have the baggage check-in fees
waived for people with disabilities who cannot carry their bags on
board?
Answer: The short answer is no, but that doesn't tell the whole story.
Two years ago, my grandmother, who has difficulty walking, flew
Continental. She called the airline in advance to arrange for
wheelchair assistance. She brought along a carry-on suitcase, which
airport and then airline personnel helped her transport and store in
the overhead bin.
Most airlines offer courtesy wheelchair assistance, but you should
always check the requirements and limitations when you make your
reservations. Some smaller aircraft are not large enough for
wheelchair access. Others may have portable stair-access and require a
special lift for passengers who use wheelchairs.
All major U.S. carriers will waive baggage check-in fees for
wheelchairs - and in most cases, other assistant devices such as
scooters or braces - and medical supplies.
But be sure you fully read an airline's baggage fee policies. For
example, on Delta, if you include medical supplies or equipment in a
bag that contains "nonessential items" (clothes, shoes, etc.), the bag
will no longer qualify for an exemption and you will have to pay the
baggage fee."
http://www.kansascity.com/2010/08/23/2167808/travel-qa-disabilities-wont-wipe.html
wreg60
Aug 25, 2010, 9:25:00 AM8/25/10
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I use a wheelchair and have flown several times. If you're making a
connection to another plane, as opposed to reaching your destination,
there's a wayu to move the process along. Have the flight attendant
tell the pilot to radio the airport BEFORE landing that you need a
wheelchair to get to your connecting plane. You'll still have to wait
until everyone is off, but you'll still be ahead of the game.
Keith
> http://www.kansascity.com/2010/08/23/2167808/travel-qa-disabilities-w...
connection to another plane, as opposed to reaching your destination,
there's a wayu to move the process along. Have the flight attendant
tell the pilot to radio the airport BEFORE landing that you need a
wheelchair to get to your connecting plane. You'll still have to wait
until everyone is off, but you'll still be ahead of the game.
Keith
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Aug 27, 2010, 7:52:26 AM8/27/10
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Thanks for the tidbit. Flying takes a while no matter who you are (unless you own the plane), where you go, or how many connections you need, anything to save time helps.
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