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Patty replied to the discussion Norse Airlines & Power chairs? in the forum Flying with a Disability a year ago
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I’ve never flown with them and don’t know how large they are but I’m assuming that they SHOULD be able to assist a person in a wheelchair (as I’m sure most airlines around the World are able to do so
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mstravel started the discussion Norse Airlines & Power chairs? in the forum Flying with a Disability a year ago
Norse Airlines & Power chairs?
Seeing great deals for Norse Airlines, but I haven’t seen anything about anyone who has travelled with them using a wheelchair or power chair. I assume it would be similar to other airlines, but I thought I’d check if anyone here has had any experience with them?
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daniellevates replied to the discussion US Accessibility Standards for Airlines Going Down for the Next Four Years? in the forum Flying with a Disability a year ago
Reply to US Accessibility Standards for Airlines Going Down for the Next Four Years?
It seems like that’ll be the way for wheelchair spaces, but I hope Delta’s program raises the bar and others want to meet or exceed it! However, I hope that government policies that were put in place are enforced and pressured to finish sooner than the like 10 years the US plan gave.
Airports and travel hubs can be challenging environments for people with autism, but small changes could make a big difference. What sensory-friendly features or services would make these spaces more comfortable for you or your loved ones?
theconversation.com
Airports and travel hubs can be overwhelming for Autistic people. Here’s what could help
Many Autistic people struggle through air travel or avoid it altogether. But travellers told us small measures and supports can make a big difference.
Anthony @ The World is Accessible, alliejay and 2 others2 Comments
Less noise will benefit us all, I think. I have seen airports remove audio announcements and rely on screens more. I have seen grocery stores run “quiet hours” for a couple of hours a day where they turn off all music and loud speakers too.
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The 5 tips they include are quite helpful. We definitely take on board most of those points when we are traveling with our daughter – especially the bit about giving ourselves more time. We also pack a lot of toys and items that we know she loves, so she can immerse herself in moments of downtime or if she’s becoming a bit too…
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Rollin Adventures in Bali started the discussion Air Asia Flight Review 😠👎 in the forum Flying with a Disability a year ago
Just thought we’d share a recent experience with Air Asia – Cairns, Australia to Denpasar, Bali.
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18FybkBLLD/?mibextid=WC7FNe
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