dgrengineer
Memberdgrengineer replied to the discussion nuts and bolts of flying with a wheelchair in the forum Flying with a Disability 6 years ago
nuts and bolts of flying with a wheelchair
Josh,
Thanks for the walk through. Although I love to travel, most of my travels have been for business not pleasure. I’m a bit skeptical about asking for a valet or carer to travel with me on the company dime. Since the training they want me in on is in Italy, my wife has strongly suggested that I will need someone her age to be that… Read more
dgrengineer started the discussion nuts and bolts of flying with a wheelchair in the forum Flying with a Disability 6 years ago
nuts and bolts of flying with a wheelchair
I have never flown as a person in a wheelchair/power chair.
What is the procedure for getting from the front door of the airport to the gate and to the seat?
Can this be done alone or do I need a valet?
I can slide out of my power chair but I cannot lift myself over the arm of a seat. Does the airline remove a seat and strap my chair to… Read more
dgrengineer started the discussion airline bladder relief in the forum Flying with a Disability 6 years ago
I no longer travel for work as it would be unsafe for me, in a power chair, to be on most construction sites. I’m a controls engineer.
However, I have been asked to travel for training purposes.
i have been reading the posts of some very adventurous people but I have an eye on the details.
I’m sorry if this is indelicate, but how does… Read more
dgrengineer replied to the discussion ITALY? Yes you can!! in the forum Italy 6 years ago
Greetings,
I was just hired (on contract) by a company in Boulder, CO. USA (just outside Denver, CO.).
I was hired with the understanding that I would not be traveling to customer sites.
However, I was asked what it would take to get me to Italy for two weeks of training. This scares me to no end.
I have many questions about getting… Read more
Hi there!
I’m new to this site. I thought my traveling days were behind me. I’m 59 years old. I was diagnosed with progressive peripheral nephropathy about three years ago. I am in a wheelchair and have lots of questions about traveling. i hope you all can help me get over the fear of getting out of my comfort zone.
Where do I begin?Josh Grisdale1 CommentWelcome! Feel free to post away and we will do our best to help you!
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