How To Fly Independently In a Wheelchair - My Top Tips and Tricks
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- Опубліковано 21 тра 2019
- Worried about flying in a wheelchair!? - In this video I teach you how to fly by yourself!
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Great video!! Two things I would recommend....One, would be to always get a GATE CHECK for your wheelchair instead of a BAGGAGE CHECK. If you get your chair checked through Baggage Claim you will have to use one of the Airline's clunky old wheelchairs to go claim your personal chair at Baggage Claim (where your bags end up on the conveyor). It is also more likely to be lost, stolen or damaged. With a GATE CHECK your chair is brought up to the jetway waiting for you when you get off the plane! This also saves time if you have to change planes (which typically requires you get to the connection flight quickly). To GATE CHECK your chair simply ask when you get to the service counter at the Gate!
Two, if you need an Isle Chair or assist onto plane be sure to tell the counter person as soon as you arrive at the Gate so they can get the isle chair ready before boarding begins. That way you can get on first!! You don't want to be taken down the isle on an isle chair while being the last person boarding....everyone looks at you like you are Hannibal Lechter. Happy Travels!!
Thanks for bringing this comment over from Instagram!
As a flight attendant and a former gate agent sometimes depending on the type of chair and the airport you’re flying into they might not be able to bring your chair back up to you on the bridge if you gate check it. Usually if it’s just because it’s motorized and larger then it’s still possible but you have to wait for it to go up a elevator near the gate and sometimes that takes a while. But sometimes if you’re flying internationally some countries or airports just won’t allow any gate checked items and you’ll have to pick those up usually in the baggage hall but sometimes just it’s at the entrance to customs.
@@Wheels2Walking wow man i have to say you really have it all planed out onevery move
I live in Atlanta and our airport is huge! I always get an assist to the gate (but I’ve got severe joint issues all over and can’t get myself there). I also recommend fate checking it and also reserving gate assistance ahead of time. Right there with you about checking with attendants about switching seats around and boarding earlier to make my way to my seat more comfortably. I’ve always had good experiences with helpful folks at the airport and helpful guests where we’ve stayed that help me out when I need it. I’d also suggest having some cash handy for when you do use the assistance at the airport - I know it’s “their job” to help me out, but I really appreciate them helping me and my luggage get to where I need quickly and comfortably, so I prefer to tip for it. :)
Who would read that much because I can't be bothered
Like if you agree
I don't even use a wheelchair, why am I watching this in the middle of the night?
Same
Same
Panda same lol
Panda same it’s like 4 am
You are interested & like to learn & be informed? Tbh as a disabled person I wish more able-bodied people would learn about our experiences.
This helped alot even know I'm 12 I'm in a wheelchair because I lost my left leg above the knee due to cancer but all the cancer now is gone and im going to Florida thank u for these videos there really helpful
Yo I'm 13 I can't imagine how terrible that must be. Like I know what its like to be disabled I have autism and an assistant dog but I still have all my limbs like wow I'm so sorry for you I feel for you my heart goes out to you.💚
puppy lover sorry that ur in a wheelchair
puppy lover Florida!! Cool! Are you going to Disney world? I was just there a couple months ago it was awesome. But I do NOT recommend the Mission Space ride because it made me almost vomit lol. Have fun
R u back yet
Question: can’t you use a prosthetic leg? (I don’t really know how they work) sorry if I offend!
I just became paralyzed due to a drunk driver hitting me on my bike. It’s a whole new world for me and I am truly grateful for videos such as this. Thank you for the confidence booster and help. Best to you!
I'm rooting for you! Don't be afraid to ever ask people around you for help.
Hope your ok
Can you move to change your seat ? I get hurt all the time and always fall down the stairs so in case I do get paralyzed il be prepared
@@PheonixStarsx I dont think your gonna get paralyzed from that
Lead_TV my friend fell down a flight of stars and broke her back and it made her have an incomplete spinal cord injury and is like the man in the video. Any fall from any height can paralyze you. I know a dancer that fell on ice on the sidewalk and broke her neck and is now in a chair.
Me: has no need for a wheelchair and am terrified of flying
UA-cam Recommendations at 11 pm :
Very informative video though!
Same here
M 23:14??? What
emely rivera whats wrong?
@@emelyrivera2820 TRANSLATION FOR YOU: 11:14 PM
M I will send you a screenshot I checked my time and its 11:14pm WTF
Noted the "Creepy back alley elevator" thing.
As a designer I can tell you why we do that way: Walking people usualy try to use the "easy" route, so if we put the elevator up front, its a beacon for walking people to use it and it makes it less usable for weelchairs and other users that cannot use the scalators, so, by putting the escalator first it makes walking people go directly there and not thinking about elevators... so you can use the elevator always fast. But I still take note.
Side note, you people who has to constantly overcome limits, you are more awake and clever than the rest, so even if we make mistakes while designing, we know you will always make it through, cause there will always be people who is willing to help.
Also, I bet those eyes and that smile get you anything you want... Just ask for it. ;)
thats super interesting ! thanks for sharing !!
....Cute Reply....!!!....:)
I always kind of wondered that. Thanks for your reply. I'm glad I saw it. The explanation makes a lot of sense when thinking about. I won't complain anymore now that I have to roll further to find an elevator! Nothing is worse than having to wait a long time just because ableds are too lazy to take the stairs or escalators. They have a choice/options, we don't.
SOOoooo... people who CAN walk tend to take the easy/lazy way, so as a designer, you put the elevator in the MOST INCONVENIENT PLACE POSSIBLE so we who deal with wheelchairs every day, have the ADDITIONAL BURDEN of FINDING THE DAMNED THINGS ??!! Because "we are more awake and clever than the rest"??!! Wow. Thanks for that. I, for one, would prefer a convenient, well located elevator over the esteem of some rando designer. How about you just put them right up front, and let US deal with getting thru the queue, like everyone else?? Go be "helpful" elsewhere... this idea, not so good.
why can't you just design the elevator where it is clear and visible to everyone, and then put a sign saying disabled people have priority? why add extra obstacles just because we're "cleverer" 🙄
Him:can do pull-ups with wheelchair
Me:can’t even do half a pull-up
Me:can’t I thought it said Mexican
Carina Cao
You: at McDonald’s
Him: working out
Coincidence mhm
Well when you're doing rehab when you do your physical therapy they can to make you do push-ups on your
Carina Cao nice pic
I can barely even hold myself up on a pull up bar
That guy who did your search was very professional
Elizabeth Church you ever been to an airport 😂 lol??
@@ytnotyungxitton557 Actually no i havent. I have a shunt thats magnetic and if I was to go through a metal detector it could kill me.
Elizabeth Church oof......
Elizabeth Church oh wow, that’s rough.
@@elizabethchurch9720 what's a shunt?
I'm a flight attendant and so just to make you aware, if you were to need the restroom during the flight we have an onboard wheelchair and designated bathrooms to let anyone be able to use the restroom during the flight. Hope this helps someone if they weren't aware of this
Is this on all flights ?
I usually have to ask twice just to get my cane out of overhead storage so I can use the restroom. I can’t imagine how long it will take to get a chair.
Thank you for that information. I'm planning a trip to Dubai and I use a mobility chair or scooter to get around. I'm wondering how difficult it's going to be having to travel with it. Airports are large and having rotor cuff problems, It would be very difficult for me to use a wheelchair, so I have to use the power chair. I will be flying Emirates and I'm guessing they provide a handicap restroom. Anyway, thanks for the info.
Had no idea thank you 😊
Hey man. I use a wheelchair sometimes because of a neurological condition. Because of your videos I am daring to travel by meself next friday.....fingers crossed 🤣
Good luck and I hope the for the best!
Ps. By now u might be flying but I'm not sure
Jason Croes Good luck, have fun!
Gl!
Jason Croes hopefully things go well 👍
I made it....went so well i have my next family trip already booked 😊
I am a teenager in a wheelchair and I’m going on my first flight alone soon, so I’m watching every video I can! Thank you for all the helpful info! 💜
1. The world needs more positive minded people like yourself
2. Are you taking applications for friends? You’re amazing 🙋🏼♂️
How does this guy NOT have thousands of friends? I'd love to have a beer with him (he probably doesn't drink tho)
....lol
Your camera is so clear, it feels like im at the airport with yu
Ashlyn Williams I’m sorry, please get on UA-cam kids! You’re like 6
I saw this out of context: How to fly independently in a wheelchair, and I didn't think of airports so I was like IM DOWN.
Lol 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
This video made me appreciate my legs even more, since my general rule of thumb is to START drinking at least 2 hours before a flight. There is no way I'm dealing with the TSA completely sober.
Transporters can also just roll your luggage to the gate if you don't check it in.
Also some flight attendants are happy to help you get to the bathroom if you can walk with a shoulder to stabilize you.
They can also do an onboard aisle chair in an emergency if the plane is big enough.
@@michaelbrocaglia3827 Absolutely bright! I flew United just over a year ago, I was transferred from my own chair to the on-board chair and taken to my seat. When I did need to "go", The staff was really nice about helping me and it was no major issue. My chair was waiting just outside the aircraft when it was time to get off. Kind of surprised me for United, I don't normally use them.
you did a very informative presentation... TSA can be VERY stressful
Thank you. I hope it will be less stressful for ya next time around!
@@Wheels2Walking thanks...we are flying next wednesday
If the woman is friendly enough I ask when she’s gonna buy me dinner
As someone who works for a DME provider, my tip is don't fly Delta with a wheelchair. The amount of repairs and replacements we process for Delta is ridic.
Ditto for the budget airlines, Spirit, Jet Blue, etc.
@@pav688 I only use my folding chair on jet blue it stays with me the entire time
It can’t be helped if you need it. That’s like me saying,Don’t flay with your legs. Leave them home.
Delta took over a month to fix my wheelchair! The DOT complaint process is a joke
@@pav688 Agreed I'm just saying those that can a foldable wheelchair could be helpful I'm forced to fly Jetblue because I've had bad (deadly) allergic reactions from every other airline available near me
Tip your transporter. They get minimum wage.
Didn’t know that. Thanks for the tip!
Yes, and they're quite appreciative and go the extra mile to help cause many don't tip! Standards are usually listed on the airport's web site.
Yes, I’m physically disabled and always tip my transporters
Reading and Fun with Peppa not everyone who uses a chair can’t walk ! Some people are sick and their body is exhausted so they use one .or they sometimes use crutches DONT think that if you see someone walking and uses a wheelchair think their faking
@Lisa's Challenges And Games watch more of his videos, he explains why he uses a wheel chair.
Very informative video. I loved your explanation it was very detailed.
Ps I don’t use a wheelchair. But I learned a lot Thanks
He was literally on the same flight as me.
Sof F. That’s such a coincidence lol! Did you speak to him?
cool
i wasn't on the same flight as him but my mom booked a light to la which is where he went southwest airlines which is what he uses and i'm in a wheelchair too lol
My first flight (to Canada) with my wheelchair was surprisingly relaxed, but your tips will definitely help me next time. Thanks for that! Just one thing regarding your video: try to level the volume of your music down. It's awfully loud when you have to level up the volume to understand what you're saying and than the music starts and blasts away your eardrums ;)
i love how you shed light on a lifestyle that is really hard and usually unnoticed by people😍🤗
I am in the process of getting a wheelchair. I love you channel it is so informational
I’m so grateful you’re enjoying it! Thanks for this comment :D
Why
The best tip that you havent included here and I've used to travel a huge amount. Get a 4 Wheeled Hard Case Large Suitcase. You can then stow an elastic strap you can get from any hardware store and hook it to the back of your chair. Its becomes a little trailer you can roll through any airports with it.
It can be problematic going up and down curbs but through airports on the flat smooth floors its a godsend and saves you having to ask randoms to help move your luggage
Dude, this is great. As a flight attendant it's awesome to see this side of things from drop off to pick up. Obviously I'm sure you are aware, but we do have a collapsable wheelchair onboard for that very situation. In case you need to use the bathroom inflight. Enjoyed the video! Take care
modern science is a wonder - a human can't walk, but it can fly
I am not a wheelchair user so this video was very interesting. The airplane bathroom issue had certainly never crossed my mind so thank you for teaching me something new today ❤️🇨🇦
I love how informative this video is. Even for non wheelchair users. Thanks for making me aware of what a typical experience is like.
Isle chair tips: when booking your flight online there is usually an ADA option where you can click the isle chair assistance tab. When you’re getting your chair tagged at the gate make sure to ask if they are aware of you needing an isle chair. The people who help with the isle chair are working for a private company. Communication between them and the airline isn’t the best so it’s better to ask in advance. Great video dude!
Great tips! Thanks for the comment 🤘🏻
Write without spelling mistakes. Need to write aisle chair, wrote isle chair
No need to be a dick. You knew what he was trying to say.
@@Wheels2Walking I am from Russia. I use a translator. Long could not understand about what there is a speech. With great difficulty I understood what it was about. And it was a request, not a reproach!
👌🏻👍🏻👊🏻
In 1994 and 1995 I use to be a (Passenger Assistant). I worked for a company called MManTec. I remember helping different passengers on and off of the aircraft's for delta and Sky West. We did everything from Full Body Lifts (FBL) to people needing General Standing Assistants (GSA). This meant that some people just needed to take our arm and we could guide them from the gate to the airplane seat or they would use a wheelchair to the bottom of the jet way then we would assist them. It could even be as simple as carrying their bag and putting it in the overhead bin and making shore that they were strapped in their seat properly. I now use a power chair and there are many differences between manual chairs and power chairs. When I was a passenger assistant I remembered carrying the persons wheelchair down the jet way stairs after helping them on to the aircraft. I remember lifting many power chairs down the jet way stairs at the bottom of the jet way. We would have to go down to the foot of the jet way stairs on the tarmac and lift the persons chair up to the bottom of the jet way.
When I have flown before I once had to use the restroom and before they let other people on board I used my male urinal and the flight attendant emptied it and I did put a blanket over my lap. It would be nice if one of the flight attendant seats was designed to be like a Stair Chair/Aisle Chair and one of the Lavatory Rooms was designed so the flight attendant could help you out of your seat and onto the special flight attendant / stair chair. They would help you down to the lavatory room that the chair could be slid in beside the toilet. Depending on your abilities you would slide over and you would do your business. They would help you back to your seat. This would be good for those long flights where you are on the plane for over an hour or like the 27 hour flights. This same chair / device would look like any other flight attendants seat but behind the wall it would have the wheels and it would be designed to pop off of the wall and it could be back in it's place for landing again. This would be a good idea to implement because it provides access to Everyone. I personally believe that it is so important to find way's t adapt forms of Access so everyone weather you can stand or can't stand at all I believe that if someone can stand and walk on their own to the restroom that there be a way to help someone who can't stand have the same Equal Access to the same places anyone else.
I believe that it is so important to not just defend the rights of PWD People With Disabilities but those who have medical problems and that they are real but when there are people such as doctors that will say that every test looks "Normal". Unfortunately I have dealt with people saying that I am a faker because everything I have and had to deal with was not real because it doesn't match the medical text books. The symptoms are real but because they don't match what I actually go through I have had friends and family treat me like I am just making it up and there are doctors that have acted the same. I believe healthcare should be treated like a Right not a Privilege. The way the health care system is treated today it only cares about what you can't do. Places like Social Security use things like this to "Determine" weather you "Qualify" for governmental Benefits or not. The Fake Media loves to run around and post videos trying to "Catch You" "FAKING"? Between the medical system being governed by the "Drug Companies" and the "Make News" running around and trying to catch you this makes many PWD not want to do much to improve their lives. Medicare and Medicaid will tell you that you will lose your benefits if you leave your home but there are people out there telling you to do more and be more "Independent" and do more for yourself. They don't want to pay for lights for your power chair but at the same time you are "Punished"for "Saving/Earning MONEY"! How are we suppose to have a life if we are not allowed to leave our homes and work in the community when we are always put in a catch 22 because the system is not broken for the Elite who tell us what we can and can't do but it is broken for US.
Can you please make a video on these other issues and I will say that TSA agents are NOT Medically Trained and they DON'T have Medical Degrees.
Thank You.
Another tip would be to tell the airline upfront about any medications and/or medical equipment you need to take on board with you. Flying is a lot of organising for me, but it’s still possible. I can take my breathing machine on board and if I need oxygen there’s usually a way to figure that out as well.
It’s been some years since I was on a plane the last time, so maybe some things have changed. But in general people are very helpful and want you to have the best experience.
I really wanna fly again next year and I hope that’s going to be one more awesomely positive experience. :)
I have two nephews in a wheel chair and I literally thought from the thumbnail that someone was going to build a wheelchair that flew. LOL! I was all excited ready to send the video to them.
Kerbside check-in is not a thing in the UK or Europe. Most airlines have online check-in, but I do it face to face. You have to book assistance when you book your flight. I've never been asked to take off my shoes, and that pat-down is a little too intimate for my liking. I just tell them I have a catheter and leg bag. You also won't find a bridge to the plane from the terminal in the UK. You have to go up in an elevating truck. I also pre-book an extra leg room seat when I book. You will find that accessibility varies in French airports, but Spain's are brilliant. I used to go 2-3 times a year to visit my parents. The biggest bugbear is waiting for your chair. It can take 30 minutes to an hour.
Good to know for international travel! I’ve never been out of the US so thanks for all these great tips!
Welcome to the TSA in the USA where it’s ok to grope as long as it’s the back of your hands 🤨
@@Wheels2Walking Well that makes it all OK. 🤦
I'm not sure what you mean about a bridge to the plane but some flights I have been on had those stretchy corridors that connect straight to the plane both Gatwick and Stansted but I've also had stairs only access flights too they used a kind of lift on a forklift 2 at once I was front of the plane and another gentleman went in the back
Sometimes you have to book in I think person because its not an option for wheelchairs it wasn't last time I flew rather annoying as it cost more (ryanair) I guess I was lucky I've never had to wait for my chair it was baught up on the lift for me once everyone had gone and when it was a corridor exit they had a transit chair to get me through the corridor but my chair was waiting for me
I've been lucky I've read some horrible stories about air travel with a chair but I have been fine the only problem I had was with liquid medication about 5 days into the liquid ban but it was solved as I had everything they just didn't know their procedure yet
@@RubyGloomy I usually fly from London Luton, who don't have walkways. Stansted was a loooong way to the plane via train.
I’m travelling to Cyprus in June and I can also walk short distances. I’m glad to say this settled my anxiety. I’ve been throwing up in anxiety of my chair being damaged.
I am not in a wheelchair nor know anyone who is but this guys enthusiasm and teaching skills are just amazing. Had me listening and interested the whole time. Keep it up, bro!
I am a brain injury case manager and supporting someone to go on their first holiday. There are so many things you don't consider and take for granted and this video has been really helpful in guiding me on making a plan for how my client will need to manage.
I have heard some people in my country complain airports make them leave their wheelchair early on in the booking in process and continue in an airport wheel chair for the rest of the process and onto the plane. So im glad your chair and airline you use are compattable.
fiona scheibel what they really need is to leave 5-6 spots with no seats. Then you can strap the chair down and stay in your chair while flying.
I’ve been paralyzed for about 2 years and I’m about to take my first flight with my chair. This was super helpful. Thanks !
Thanks for this! I'm flying next week for the first time with my chair so pretty nervous. I've booked assistance so that should make things easier but worried about my chair being damaged, I've read horror stories! It had two foot rests that unclip so I was thinking about putting those in my carry on bag as they stick out when the chair is folded and could easily be caught on something..
That’s a good idea, if it can come off or fall off the wheelchair bring it with you on the plane!
A few weeks ago I would just have ignored this video.
Sadly I have a freind, who have developed some illnes that in near future, are going to make him in need of a wheelchair. His 14.
Good video, glad to learn about the life of people living with a wheelchair.
Hey Richard, I don't know how your videos suddenly appeared on my suggested videos list but dangit am I glad it did! I'm a wheelchair user myself (Spina-Bifida) and haven't really done a whole lot of airline travel, a round trip about 5years ago and I wish I had all the information you offered in this video, it would have made things go smoother than they did, especially the self-cathing in your seat under your very own one-man-fort.
Me at 3am:
UA-cam recommendations at 3am: Wanna now how to fly with a wheelchair?
What a funny coincidence that I was watching your video here on the number 737 because I was once a pilot for the Boeing 737-300/500 and nowadays I fly the legendary and majestic Boeing 747-400F! Your video is really good and your tips are really helpful for people who are sitting in a wheelchair! I don't fly passengers, but if you would fly with me I would take care of you and your stuff and you could have the jump seat in the cockpit and sit in the cockpit the whole flight and watching what we as pilots are doing during the flight! Thanks for your information about how to fly as a wheelchair bound person, because there are plenty of people outside who are in need of this information about it! Kudos for you and lovely greetings from Captain Sarah Sutter and have always a wonderful flight to all of your destinations around the world and have a great day today 🙋✈️💖👍👌
So awesome......
As someone who’s going to start using a wheelchair for my disability, this was very reassuring because I love traveling.
Awesome information mister. I’ve sent it to several able body peeps so they understand the “process” and to never take anything for granted. My mom, while alive, did require wheelchair assistance, however, I just learned a great deal watching your video. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. At 53 years....I am still learning
I just stumbled upon your video. It’s very informative and enlightened me to what wheelchair users go through. Thanks for sharing.
I am in an mobility scooter and always ask for weelchair service on the airport( because mostly I have to check in my scooter. ). Good thing is that they know their way through the airport and you dont have to wait in line.
But peeing under a blanket would be a problem for a woman 😳. Glad I can still walk a little from row 1 Nice to watch your video!!
You are an inspiration. Great to see individuals like yourself who refuse to let anything halt your enjoyment of life. God Bless You! Subscribed!
Great video! I flew for the first time since my accident recently. I had my partner with me, which was super helpful. If you can fly the first time with someone else, it makes getting used to the newness a lot easier. I feel like I could fly solo now, but I was so nervous the first time.
Also, be aware that not all airports have free assistance! When I fly out of Pearson International (Toronto's biggest airport), they have people who can help you with a wheelchair (if you don't have your own) but to get someone to help with luggage costs around $20 or $25. It sucks, but we don't have a law (yet) like the ADA, so accessibility is hit or miss (usually miss).
If you're booking a flight with connections, try to account for extra time! You will be the last one off the plane, there are delays, etc. On my way home, they "lost" my chair so we had to wait like 30 mins while they looked for it (I gate checked it, so it should have been the first thing off the plane!). By the time we reached our connecting flight, there were only about 10 mins to spare. I went to the restroom and of course, someone was in the only accessible stall. I will try to get more time between flights in the future!
I carry a travel safe for my meds and pack it in my carry on (I generally prefer to fly carry on only if I can). It confuses the security people, but I just open it for them. I was always told to never put medications into your checked bag, in case they lose it (it's hard to get some meds replaced while on vacation, or even impossible).
These are all great tips! Thanks Morgan 😁
You’re so right about the first time with a partner being much easier. My first few flights were with someone then i did a test flight with but told them not to help me at all and act like they weren’t there so I could learn to do it by myself.
It worked! Now I can fly solo whenever 😁
This was a great video! I found it by accident (gotta love those sidebar videos!) I'm a SPED teacher and I'll definitely be sharing this video with my Littles' parents. Thanks!
I use the transporters at the airport because I walk with crutches. My knees pop out often while walking so it minimizes that risk and it makes security and navigation waayy easier! So, transporters are used for other people besides elderly or overweight people:)
It's midnight, I find myself laying in bed watching a guy in a wheelchair. There's something wrong with me but this is awesome.
Such a great video. I think we need to know more what kind of needs and struggles people on wheelchair like you have. Thanks for sharing with us! Very brave!
I use a scooter when I travel. I love this video. It confirms everything I was doing and gave me a few pointers I never thought of. THANKS!!!!!!
You’re one of my favorite you tubers I’ve recently found ! You’re so informative and real I appreciate you so much !
I laughed too hard at the cripple kid vip thing lol god thats a good one
Such a handy vlog! I just discovered your vlogs and love them. I’m a part time user and use a scooter outside but love your tips. Well done! I’m sure you are helping many.
Thanks Vanessa! Welcome 😁
I love your sense of humour and positive attitude towards life, particularly your friendliness and confidence at communicating your needs to the airport staff. The little eyebrow wiggle you did when the security officer touched near your groin area. LOL! Much respect to you, brother!
I don’t even use a wheelchair and I watch this because it’s very interesting in how you learned to adapt and it is probably really helpful for those in a wheel chair and those in them I respect you and how you learn to adapt
With your video quality I thought for sure you had a million subs! I checked and it was only 5k and my mouth dropped! Your channel is going places, new sub here.
This is a great video! I love how you explain everything. Southwest is the airline that my husband and I use because the other times he has used something/one different his chairs have come back broken. They are the best for so many reasons.
I loved all your tips and tricks, so much so that I am going to subscribe and shake this channel with my husband'. We are always looking for informative channels like this one.
Thank you for this wonderful video.
As someone who has some really bad pain days and occasionally uses mobility assistance, this is so good to learn about. My pain stuff probably won't get any easier and while I hope to remain on my feet as much as I can, knowing this stuff before/if I'm on wheels is so, so comforting. Thank you.
I love how open you are to sharing brilliant advice to wheelchair users:) very honest and upfront
This video was recommended & I'm not in a wheelchair but it was very informative & you now have a new subscriber 😚😍😎
Wow! I haven’t even thought about flying or getting on a plane. Thank you for this, it was so informative.
You’re so welcome! Travel is definitely possible with your wheels 😁
Here’s a tip that I use with my sick godmother. Most airlines don’t charge for bags with medical supplies. I pack her stuff in a designated bag and then we have more room on our carry on or personal bag.
The pat down makes me smile. I always make the attendant smile..as I appreciate what they do.
Thank you for sharing this. I have a spinal disorder too, and while I’m still mobile, I face the risk of losing the ability to do so if the disorder progresses or if the surgery I have to do fail.
Good video..you were very informative on what a wheelchair bound person must do.
I think it's really amazing that you share your tips with others so they can learn how to cope with their new normal. I'm not in a wheelchair myself but my mother used a wheelchair for a short period of time before she passed away. I tried to drive in the wheelchair myself and man you really need to have upper body strengh! Cheers 👍
EVER SINCE I GOT PUT IN MY CHAIR IVE WATCHED YOU IM NOT AS SCARED TO ASK FOR HELP OR DO THINGS INDEPENDANTLY YOU HAVE HELPED ME SO MUCH
Excellent video - I have a power wheelchair and once I flew Southwest... my chair was almost taken apart if I didn't see the guy trying to pull the backrest off, from then on I have made a big sign that I always hang on the chair that says this chair doesn't come apart.
THANKS WHEELS2WALKING!!
VERY GOOD INFO.
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You’re welcome Tiffany! Thank you for this comment 😁
Amazing you are showing other people what to do when flying in a wheelchair. Thank you for supporting others with your tips !
This is a really good insight to what it's like to travel in a wheelchair my mum has been in a wheelchair, her whole life and I have seen that not many people understand how hard it is to travel alone in a chair or even with help. Great work on showing it can be done. :)
Great tip with cathing before getting on the plane! Another option is having a condom catheter bag or using a closed kit bag catheter system. If I need to use the bathroom, I use the closed kit bag catheter system. I also get a seat closest to the window, so then less people are next to me when I cath with a blanket or hoodie over my lap. I have done it enough where I can cath without looking and nobody even realizes what I am doing.
Smart moves dude 🤘🏻 thanks for the tips!
I've seen it one time that people get angry about a guy in the wheelchair because he was the first guy who can go in the plane... That's was so crazy for me because it's not normal for me to see people acting ugly about those things. Unbelievable. 2 of them don't stop to be angry... You so cool and calm. You would gave those people contra. ❤️
I've only had people look at me really weird, like they can't quite figure out what I'm doing, ! That changes tho if they look down and it finally registered with them that there's only one foot. Lightbulb moment for them!!
Usually I interact with so much patients on wheel chairs... you really have taught me alot in terms of interacting with them to ensure I am meeting their needs. Thank you so very much!
This is my first time watching his vids and I am amazed by him. He works out and he is so fit and I can't even do a pull up or any kind of these exercises. If you are reading this, keep it up!
Love how you present information in a super thorough but entertaining way! The only thing I have a hard time with is the camera focuses and un-focuses often. It makes my eyes trip out.
Keep up the hard work guys!
Thank you so much! That really means the world to me 😊 We’re learning while we’re doing. Getting better and better with every upload. Thanks for the feedback 😁
Thanks for making this video. I was wondering how people who use wheelchairs fly and this is really informative.
You’re welcome Jake! Now ya know 🤘🏻
OMG! Thank you so much for this. It made me cry happy tears because it alleviated the unknown for my upcoming trip!!
I'm really grateful I found this video, W2W! My grandpa has had a Cochlear implant for almost 20 years so I'm used to the challenges of traveling with his needs, but my grandmother recently broke her second hip in as many years and may need to trade her cane and walker for walker and chair. I've been looking up videos on wheelchair mobility tips and your channel looks like a treasure to me. Even if my grandmother doesn't end up with the same mobility or compact-size you are able to manage, knowing where to look for elevators or even what issues I may need to discuss during transporting from A to B is good to know.
Big respect. Very informative Video 👍 I personally don't sit in a wheelchair but it's very interesting for me to see how to handle situations like this. I think I would die if I would sit in a wheelchair because I'm very introvert and shy. I'm really scared to talk to strangers so this would be horror for me. Respect that you handle these things so easy👍
I think most people, as long as it's from the waist down, can pretty much do whatever they did before they were in a chair. You learn, get used to modified ways of doing things, hardest is if you were very active, you do have to slow down a bit, that drove me nuts, still does once in a while! I still clean my house, cook for myself, take care of my cat, used the city bus for shopping, do order more on the internet now tho, but I figure that way I don't have to fight the holiday crowds to shop, I still do a lot of sewing, and have a small business from home )make fantasy Renaissance dresses), babysit and have a garden. Am I totally happy? NO, I miss driving and dancing!!
30 seconds in and I’m subscriber already
Thank you! You're a rock star. I have OA, so my wheelchair has become one of my two besties. I haven't traveled via airline for a long time, but I'm thankful to you for filming this, so I'll know the ins-n-outs of doing so.
Great video. Thank you so much. I flew "big" airline from Seattle to Anchorage but then had to transfer to a smaller airline to go to my final destination. If you do have to fly on a smaller, or local, airline, the accommodations are not nearly as numerous as with a major airline so I suggest asking at the check-in desk how they SPECIFICALLY handle persons in a wheelchair so you can prepare yourself!
Great video I personally do not use a wheelchair but still handy for those that do and fly on planes
I was holding onto a golf cart once in an airport and fell right on my face haha 😆 one of those slow motion funny falls. Rugby taught me to travel... valuable info right here!
That sounds like something I would do 🤣
Thanks for my new favorite UA-cam channel that I never thought existed
Flying for the first time tomorrow and this is really helpful. Thank you!
I am going yo traver for the first time in my wheelchair! This vídeo makes me feel more confident about traveling. Thank u so much!
You’re so welcome! This video was meant to inspire confidence! I’m go glad it has 🤘🏻
Good luck!
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*me yeeting when I was the only one who showed up at Area 51.*
I'm in a wheelchair...due to a stroke! I found your channel...and found some of your information useful! I travel twice on planes (Southwest)...very helpful Airlines! Luckily I have two awesome daughters who pushed me around our destinations!
I'm taking my first flight this Christmas since I've become disabled. This was a Godsend. I've been looking for videos that would walk me through the process. I travel alone so this makes the journey that more challenging. Knowing that there are people who are around and can help reduces my anxiety. Thank you. Keep doing you.
Yesterday you have 15k now 21k congratulations!!!
"He's in a wheelchair but he can stand!"
And?????
I have severe muscle atrophy and balance issues, so I use a wheelchair. People can get so weird about it, unfortunately.
Lmao I’m a part time wheelchair user, sometimes I can walk but sometimes I can’t:) still get called a faker tho, love that
some people are jelly of the special treatment and priority given. frick..give me a wheelie too. 😂
I'm in a wheelchair but I can walk but not far. I use my wheelchair whenever I have to go out but while at home I can walk.
Gretchen Murray so true
I can stand but I can’t walk at all
So the first flight I went on with my wheelchair the most awkward part was pat down,but because I didn't know what to expect thanks for letting me know, these tips and tricks they will help me on my next flight (I use a wheelchair for long distance, I have CP so my gait is not normal, it's safer to use my chair for long distance rather than walk)
More of an international travel tip, and more for anyone as well (I’m disabled but not a wheelchair user) if you have a lot of medications and are traveling over time zones, pre-calculate and set alarms so you don’t miss doses or take medications too early or too late. And have all your medications together when you go through TSA and it’s good if you’re prepared to tell them what each medication is for shortly they ask. I often have several med bags, one in my checked luggage and two in my carry on, I usually separate my daily meds and things like over the counter meds like pain killers into one bag and then emergency medications into a smaller labeled bag that someone would be able to identify if I’m needing help. I also keep a medical ID card on my phone which has my medications (including dosage and what they are for), medical conditions, and allergy alerts.