Thank you for all your input guys! I will take note of everything and for sure let you know how it went. I'm excited!!
Lissette Whiteheadwww.lwgripgloves.com From: [email protected] Date: Fri, 25 Oct 2013 20:59:07 -0400 Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] 1st Time Traveling To: [email protected]; [email protected] Congrats Lissette!. You are not a pioneer, but a settler. Most of the work has been done for you, years ago. Its often best to talk with the airline directly, and also the airport (USA Territory). If you have a complicated, Complex Rehab Chair, you should consider removing the joystick assembly and place it in an airplane box in the overhead. You should have a quick release cord between the seat and the chair base. Make sure you turn the chair over to the airline with it in freewheel. If you have any special instructions, type them in large print and tape them to the backrest of your chair. 10's of thousands of wheelchair users fly each year without issues, problems and damages, but they still happen. Plan on knowing a DME on the island, should you need their services, before you leave. Should you have any issues with your chair upon arrival, file a claim immediately. Do return later or another day. What is most important, upon your return, let us all know what a wonderful time you had. Safe Passage! Best Wishes In a message dated 10/25/2013 7:10:03 P.M. Central Daylight Time, [email protected] writes: Hi everyone, I will be traveling for the first time as a quad in the end of November, (after 8 years post injury). And to make it even more exciting, I'm going to Cabo San Lucas. I know!!! Pretty brave huh? Well not really because I live in Mexico and I'm used to the inaccessibility. Of course I already know my way around here where I live. Cabo is pretty much new to me, even though I've been there before but not in a power wheelchair. I have my concerns but I think I'll be able to manage. What I am wondering right now is about the flying situation. I know they have those special isle wheelchairs and that the staff at the airport help you transfer and all that. But what about my power chair? I know they put it with the luggage, but do they need to disassemble it? I sent a message to the airline but I know they take a while to reply and I'm a bit anxious. Any other traveling tips would be very much appreciated. Lissette Whitehead www.lwgripgloves.com =
