Disabled Travel – How to Maximize your Trip and Minimize Your Worries When Flying With a Wheelchair

When you need to use a wheelchair to get around, the thought of flying in a commercial airliner can understandably cause a lot of anxiety and even fear. Damage to the wheelchair is always a possibility, you may get hurt during the transfers to and from the aisle chair, your wheelchair may be delivered late to the jet way upon arrival, or the seats in the plane may be too uncomfortable because they don’t recline far enough or there is not enough leg room. But if some steps are taken, you can minimize the chance of anything adverse happening when you fly, and can help to ensure a safe, successful trip. Read more