Losing baggage is nothing new to the air industry. I happens thousands of times a day... every day of the year. And its never a pretty sight. When it occurs, flyers are the ones who suffer in many different ways. This is one reason why seasoned travelers mark their baggage with proper id, so that their baggage often finds their way back to them. Wheelchair travelers do the same in marking their chairs... and batteries with their names and addresses for easy recovery. Most people are able to travel without incident. Same rules apply to those who travel with disAbilities. When problems occur, take responsible actions. Take control and let the airline know what you need for survival right away. If you require transfering, make sure those who transfer you are strong enough and able enough for the task. Most travelers in chairs and scooters, travel with a companion. Make sure that companion is well versed in your needs and requirements. I have traveled with and for several people and yes, there were occasions when lost and broken equipment occurred. I've related several of those stories over the years. Most had happy endings....a couple did not. When the airlines have done well... we let them know. When they do not do well... we also let them know. Planning is everything.... Best Wishes W In a message dated 3/13/2008 8:45:26 P.M. Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I had one airline leave my chair behind one time - they let me take an airport chair home until they could deliver mine. What a treat THAT was. W, have you ever tried wheelchair travel yourself? Tie your legs together, tape your hands into fists hop into a chrome cadillac and then report back, ok? Public mass transit can always find a way to screw up your travel experience. I love it when the 120 pound airport worker offers to dead lift my 220 water-balloon body from behind the chair into the plane seat. Sure, lift us by the arms, that'll work. AZDAVE **************It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms, and advice on AOL Money & Finance. (http://money.aol.com/tax?NCID=aolprf00030000000001)
