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A good primer on flying. I would add to remember to check if your meds are legal in the country you are visiting or transiting through. Also, find a wheelchair repair company at your destination in case they do break your mobility device.
cntraveller.com
Beyond Barriers: an accessible guide to air travel
In the second instalment of Beyond Barriers, a column dedicated to accessible travel, we provide an accessible guide to flying
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Nice article, but two things jumped out for me.
I have never heard of a “special declaration of interest” before. I don’t know how many travelers with disabilities know this even exists.
And, this: “Providing privacy when transferring onto an aisle chair or on board is expected but not mandatory.” Why would we need privacy? This is another… Read more- View 1 reply
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The “special declaration of interest” is not new to me, though up until my upcoming trip I’ve never brought something worth enough to declare (this time my power wheelchair will definitely qualify). Any cash and/or item worth a set amount or more (I believe it was US$9,000+ years ago, may be different now) that are checked-in are supposed to… Read more
A great follow up from John re: the new accessible seating on Delta. #6 was a big point of interest to me.
wheelchairtravel.org
Answering the Top 10 Questions About Delta's Airplane Wheelchair Space - Wheelchair Travel
Widespread media coverage has raised public awareness about the possibility of a wheelchair space on airplanes, but many questions remain.
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Very thorough! I wish he got an answer for when it will be available, but it’s understandable given its prototype-nature that Delta probably doesn’t even know yet. Great follow-up! 😃
Here is a video and report on Delta’s prototype for accessible airplane seating! Thoughts?!
wheelchairtravel.org
First Look: Air4All Wheelchair Securement Space by Delta Flight Products - Wheelchair Travel
Delta Flight Products has unveiled the first prototype of its wheelchair securement space — I traveled to Germany to give it a test drive.
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That video answered a few questions I had, especially because he’s using the same wheelchair (haha and same color) as mine. Although mine has a custom back and head support, it seems this could still work. They mentioned it will be expanded a bit to fit more chairs, so I’m pretty happy seeing this now.
Also, other airlines should pay… Read more
Hopefully this will make air travel smoother and take out the repetative steps of time consuming form filling… if this was available in your country, would you use it? If you are in the UK, let us know how it is!
https://simpleflying.com/app-helps-uk-airports-organize-assistance-disabled-passengers/
simpleflying.com
How This App Helps UK Airports Organize Assistance For Disabled Passengers
A new app will help make aviation more accessible to all
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I would love it if they keep track of battery information!
Seriously?! I have heard about places promoting it, but an actual prototype! Yes!! If Delta does this, then I will become a loyal Delta user!
https://airwaysmag.com/delta-seat-prototype-pax-reduced-mobility/
airwaysmag.com
Delta to Unveil Seat Prototype for Passengers with Reduced Mobility
DALLAS — Delta Flight Products (DFP), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Delta Air Lines (DL), will debut a full prototype of a first-of-its-kind airplane seat at next week's Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) in Hamburg, Germany, allowing customers who use powered wheelchairs to remain … Continue reading
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That’s a great start! I’m not sure my chair would fit the back/headrest area of that, but that is a prototype so they’ll figure it out (and honestly I wouldn’t need their headrest, just strap my chair down and I’d be happy!). I hope Delta makes this a thing soon. 😃
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