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With unique access to a real life flight, we follow Jon and his Dad through every aspect of their journey, highlighting what’s involved and including useful links to more information you may need.
You can watch the film in different ways, either from start to finish so that you can see everything involved, or in specific segments that focus just on the information you need most. The film is subtitled throughout.
Flying as a Power Wheelchair User
With unique access to a real life flight, we follow Jon and his Dad through every aspect of their journey, highlighting what’s involved and including useful links to more information you may need.
You can watch the film in different ways, either from start to finish so that you can see everything involved, or in specific segments that focus just on the information you need most. The film is subtitled throughout.
Alternatively, click on the images below to watch the sections that are most relevant to you:
1 Being flight ready: Here we look at the preparation and planning required before booking a flight
Useful information about specialist insurance can be found here http://www.tryb4ufly.co.uk/ask-a-question#t4n109
If you need to speak to a continence advisor information can be found here https://www.bbuk.org.uk/
2 At the airport: here we look at what’s involved in arriving at your departure airport, checking in and going through security
Useful information on how to deactivate and reactivate your wheelchair can be found here for all makes and models: www.bhta.com/air-transport-advice
3 Boarding and seat transfer: Here we look at the process of being moved out of your wheelchair into a transfer chair to board the aircraft, and how the airport special assistance teams may transfer you to your seat
Useful information on how to deactivate and reactivate your wheelchair can be found here for all makes and models: www.bhta.com/air-transport-advice
Information about the availability and locations of The Eagle Hoist at airports can be found here. http://www.haycomp.com.au/
4 In-flight and landing: here we look at what you need to consider during your flight, including seating and accessing the on-board toilet
To discuss options around seating support solutions prior to flying contact QEF’s Tryb4uFly assessment team www.qef.org.uk/Tryb4uFly
If you need to speak to a continence advisor information can be found here https://www.bbuk.org.uk/
5 Disembarking and arrivals: here we show you what to expect when exiting the aircraft and entering the terminal at your destination
Useful information on how to deactivate and reactivate your wheelchair can be found here: www.bhta.com/air-transport-advice
Information about the availability and locations of The Eagle Hoist at airports can be found here. http://www.haycomp.com.au/
If you have any questions contact us at accessibleaviation@qef.org.uk