🛬Traveling With A Mobility Scooter On An Airplane

🛬Traveling With A Mobility Scooter On An Airplane - ULTIMATE Complete Guide

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Watch this video for a full tutorial about traveling on an airplane with a mobility scooter for handicap users. In this experience I will show you the entire process and provide essential information for you to fly with your mobility device at no additional cost to you. In this video you will learn the in's and out's of traveling with a mobility scooter or other mobility devices in an airport. You will learn about @FAAnews requirements on mobility scooter batteries. Watch us check-in, go through security checkpoint, arrive to our terminal gate, board the plane, and collect our own baggage. This was done all independently to show you that anything is possible. We have to give a shout out to @AmericanAirlines for providing excellent hospitality and being very thorough. I have to say out of all transportation experiences, American Airlines was the best. This @TheJusticeDepartment Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 Audit was successful and we hope that this was educational to you and your loved ones. Safe travels everyone!
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American With Disabilities Mobility Device Definitions
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Important Information and Legal Documentation Protecting Your Rights
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TSA Regulations On Batteries For Mobility Devices
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FAA Regulations On Mobility Scooter Batteries
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Additional Federal Aviation Requirements on Mobility Batteries
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ADA Definitions of Mobility Devices and OPDMD
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Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
01:38 - ADA Law and Bill of Rights
02:49 - Arriving To The Airport
04:20 - Handicap Mobility Device Check-In
06:55 - Lithium Battery Inspection
08:02 - TSA Guidelines On Lithium Batteries
12:40 - TSA Security Checkpoint
18:29 - TSA Body Screening for Handicap
21:35 - TSA Explosives Inspection Of Mobility Device
23:40 - Arriving To Terminal Gate
25:39 - Boarding Airplane Via Jet Bridge
29:10 - Securing Seat and Fastening Seatbelt
30:11 - Deplaning From Airplane Securing Mobility Scooter
32:35 - Gathering Possessions At Baggage Claim
34:10 - Leaving The Airport

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@docmulvin6605 9 ай бұрын

Not to be overly negative but as a veteran with an amputated leg I find that the TSA gives undue attention to disabled persons. I just returned from a trip 2 days ago. TSA in Atlanta detained me for over half an hour because it was inconvenient for them to process my manual wheelchair and a walker. Every time we travel which is frequently we are given undue attention as compared to non-disabled travelers. That said the airlines are VERY ACCOMMODATING!!! TSA you have a lot to learn!!! Disabled people are most likely NOT terrorists and more likely just tourists!

@MobilityDirect 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience with us! We appreciate you for leaving a comment and stopping by our KZfaq channel to watch the video. Have a great day!

@thegoods3605 4 күн бұрын

Nice they have the right to travel alone there, here we have to bring a caregiver because it is the law here for every flight, that a disabled person múst be accompanied by a caregiver

@bettyecallens8871 Ай бұрын

I watched MOBILITY Direct videos for 4 hours straight and could not stop! Whoever heard of falling in love with scooters🤣🤣🤣 l will decide on what type of later

@MobilityDirect Ай бұрын

That's awesome! Thanks for watching our video and commenting Bettye! If you're in the market looking for a mobility scooter, please feel free to give our non-commissioned sales expert a call at (888) 263-5601.

@suehein3721 14 күн бұрын

@@MobilityDirect very good

@smc130 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Drew for showing us what happened when you flew with the scooter. I have one and I’d rather die than go through this. My 50 year old daughter is mentally handicapped. What she went through in the New Orleans airport in 2016 ruined her vacation. She was subjected to a very personal inspection (while in public) by a female TSA agent. I was appalled and she was embarrassed and in tears. We haven’t flown since. I can only imagine the difficulty/discrimination I would encounter now that I am using a scooter and perceived as vulnerable.

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and for your comment!

@TFOTLITBOK_P1_7 Жыл бұрын

This is so awesome that you guys took the time to document this travel experience.

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

Andrew did great on this one. I'm trying to convince him to do another when he goes to the trade show next month. It's a lot of work to do.

@TFOTLITBOK_P1_7 Жыл бұрын

@@MobilityDirect I'm guessing the work is related to the trade show because the process of taking the scooter with him on the plane looked pretty straightforward to me. Just the correct tagging, notifications to airline staff, seems the only thing that deviated from flying without one. I can definitely see where knowing you'll have your machine as you disembark the plane would be a huge relief for many people. He highlighted that exceptionally well here. Something most people are too busy to do I might add 😆

@fortzl.dejoras5663 Жыл бұрын

Great post. Your advantage is you can stand up. Unfortunately for me I can't. Please post more videos using the mobility scooter on everyday activities. More power to you, sir.

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

I just did it on a power wheelchair. I explained the whole process. I did not get out of the chair until I got to the end of the jetbridge where the chair was taken to stow in the cargo hold. Check out the video here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/r55ye8V32Nuye4U.html&t ~Drew

@moneymakintash 11 ай бұрын

This would b my concern, I'm an amputee.

@sgw7148 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this video. I use a scooter and have never flown, so this was very comforting. It may make it much more likely that I may actually travel somewhere. Thank you for that.

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! You are most certainly welcome!

@petecoventry6858 Жыл бұрын

Me too -Mine auto folds so it's easier to get on and off the busses and planes

@deniseelbert5875 9 ай бұрын

Funny, delta never looked at mine, I traveled out of Mco and phl

@deniseelbert5875 9 ай бұрын

Suggest taking video/photo of scooter before checking at gate.

@susanjohnson1247 9 ай бұрын

I have flown many many times with my electric wheelchair. I have found that the airlines are very helpful and I have made battery covers for when I take them out and put them in the overhead bins.

@MobilityDirect 9 ай бұрын

That's awesome! Thanks for watching our video and commenting. We appreciate the support!

@janah6293 Жыл бұрын

Drew it was a blessing that you took the time to show us how this could be done!!!!thank you!!!

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the compliment, we worked very hard to make this video. Hopefully it's going to educate a lot of people.

@tracyhuff8132 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for documenting this, very informative.

@MobilityDirect 11 ай бұрын

Glad that you liked it! Thanks for watching our video and commenting. If you haven't subscribed yet, don't forget to hit that subscribe button to be update with more videos like this and also get a chance to win a free mobility scooter!

@ussdfiant Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the thorough, first person experience!

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@ingebeaverson1567 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing!

@MobilityDirect 6 ай бұрын

Glad you like the video! Thanks for watching our video and commenting! We appreciate the support.

@dianediliberto1876 8 ай бұрын

Thank you. You have helped many people with this video.

@MobilityDirect 8 ай бұрын

We're trying to be as informative as possible. Thanks for watching! We appreciate the support.

@fredycaballero8248 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your video. It was a blessing to me to see how easy it was to used the scooter in the airport and your airplane fly. Thank you and be bless again. 🙏🇺🇸😊

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome! Please consider subscribing if you have not already done so.

@carolynmckeithan6668 Жыл бұрын

TY 😁 you put my mind at ease. I will be flying AA from Barcelona back to Florida next month and was worried.

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

We are glad this video helped! Its a stressful subject, but we have to educate to understand.

@wayneoneil1347 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for this post now I know what to expect with my mobility scooter.

@MobilityDirect 5 ай бұрын

You're very welcome, glad it was helpful!

@lauram4511 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. It helps ease the stress about flying with a scooter.

@MobilityDirect 11 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching our video and commenting. If you haven't subscribed yet, don't forget to hit that subscribe button to get a chance to win a free mobility scooter.

@kiefjan24 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the detailed trip. I will be traveling soon with my mobility scooter and wasn't sure what to expect. Thanks again.

@MobilityDirect 11 ай бұрын

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@peachygaming1334 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video, new to needing a scooter to travel and have not traveled on planes. I feel more able now thanks to your video. Best!

@MobilityDirect 3 ай бұрын

Glad you like the video @peachygaming1334! Thanks for watching our video and commenting! If you haven't subscribed yet, don't forget to hit that subscribe button to get a chance to win a free mobility scooter.

@THEPAPASMURFTHEOG Жыл бұрын

great video. i also travel with a mobility scooter and tsa always does a fine job.

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

Thanks! We agree, it's just the baggage handlers that need training. We get a lot of damaged mobility products that need repairs from airline employees that damage the product.

@charliedurham4248 11 ай бұрын

This was incredibly useful. Thank you!

@MobilityDirect 11 ай бұрын

You're welcome! We're glad you found the video useful. Thanks for watching our video and commenting! Don't forget to subscribe for a chance to win a free mobility scooter.

@RetiredE7USARMY Жыл бұрын

Thank you I’ve ordered my scooter should be tonight ,we love to cruise so can’t wait to use it on the ship.

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

Wait until you see the new video coming soon on our other channel. It's a demonstration of using the same scooter (GB120 Carry On Scooter) on a cruise! kzfaq.info

@Layingflat Жыл бұрын

Really good and helpful youtube to this new mobility scooter driver. I’m on my first overseas trip with my mobility scooter so thank you for giving me the confidence. I’m having the best time every.❤

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Glad you enjoyed! :)

@smc130 Жыл бұрын

I am so happy to hear you’re having a positive experience on your trip. It gives me hope.

@jamekya9717 Ай бұрын

Thanks for this video I traveled to London from Dallas Tx and had a great with my ATTO sport. Thanks to this video,

@MobilityDirect Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching our video and commenting @jamekya9717! We appreciate the support.

@paulpo1234 11 ай бұрын

Love this video! I am traveling to Europe with my GB120

@MobilityDirect 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching our video and commenting, Paul. We appreciate the support and we're glad you love the video!

@user-me8zu9bh7r 6 ай бұрын

Very helpful information. Thank you.

@MobilityDirect 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching our video and commenting! We appreciate the support.

@6636860 Жыл бұрын

Love you guys great job! You guys do every type of video in real life imaginable! Best videos on KZfaq, regarding anything to do with disability equipment, which you carry! Very much appreciate all of the thoughts and words that goes into making these! Thank you all of you at mobility, scooters direct!

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! We aim to entertain and educate! Thank you for your support!

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

Thanks Bob!

@vjo88 Жыл бұрын

Very true. They seem to be working harder than everyone in this business.

@danhooper1056 Жыл бұрын

Great information video Thank You so much .

@margaretragle1337 6 ай бұрын

I really enjoyed watching you borading the plane and the details that you went though.

@MobilityDirect 6 ай бұрын

We are glad you found this video helpful we are here to help the educational.

@michelledrake7555 7 ай бұрын

Traveling next month, video was very informative for independent travel. Thanks for video!

@MobilityDirect 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching our video and commenting! We appreciate the support.

@Yevgeny_Pogrebizhsky 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for the review. I wish you health and success.

@MobilityDirect 10 ай бұрын

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@Yevgeny_Pogrebizhsky 10 ай бұрын

@MobilityDirect Thank you, I don’t need a gift, I just wanted to wish you happiness and health, because you are a kind and good person and help people. I subscribed and liked it. Good luck, my friend.

@Lu-ir5mz Жыл бұрын

Very informative video. Thank you.

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Glad you liked it

@mariaaastarr3032 11 ай бұрын

Thank for this video. I will be traveling for the first time on an airplane. Now I need to find the scooter that fits my needs.

@MobilityDirect 11 ай бұрын

You're welcome! Thanks for stopping by our KZfaq channel! Please call our non-commissioned sales expert at 888-263-5601 so that we can help you find the scooter that meets your preferences.

@NAWAF_SA 2 ай бұрын

That was informative .. Thank you

@MobilityDirect 2 ай бұрын

You're welcome! Glad you enjoyed the video! Make sure you're subscribed to our KZfaq channel to be updated on our latest videos if you're not yet subscribed. Thanks for watching!

@PETERDOBSON-yh6hx 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for the very informative video I won't be so apprehensive when I fly to the states. Really good

@MobilityDirect 6 ай бұрын

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching our video and commenting. We appreciate the support!

@adelmak9572 3 ай бұрын

Great work ..hope you a good life🎉

@MobilityDirect 3 ай бұрын

You too! Thanks for watching @adelmak9572!

@randycoburn9252 7 ай бұрын

That was awesome

@MobilityDirect 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching our video and commenting! We appreciate the support.

@armypman1 28 күн бұрын

nicely done!

@MobilityDirect 26 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for watching and commenting @armypman1! We appreciate it.

@nancylanderson8012 4 ай бұрын

Excellent video.

@MobilityDirect 3 ай бұрын

Glad you like it! Hope this video helps as a reference whenever you need it. We also have a blog post about this here: www.mobilityscootersdirect.com/blog/mobility-scooters/traveling-on-an-airplane-with-a-mobility-scooter/

@circlesscrapper5334 6 ай бұрын

Good info, ty

@MobilityDirect 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching our video and commenting! We appreciate the support.

@terrib6712 15 күн бұрын

Good stuff! Thank you, now I need a scooter😆

@MobilityDirect 12 күн бұрын

You're welcome Terri! Thanks for watching our video and commenting! If you're in the market looking for a mobility scooter, please feel free to give our non-commissioned sales expert a call at (888) 263-5601.

@dawnsreviews7205 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for documenting the whole process. I need a scooter for very long walks now. This is comforting. Unfortunately I have to go through overcrowded boston logan..could be worse I guess.

@MobilityDirect 6 ай бұрын

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@leonorgrandle5960 11 ай бұрын

I just purchased this scooter and am very excited to travel with it. I have used it around town and in casinos. I am glad I purchased the travel battery. ☺️

@MobilityDirect 11 ай бұрын

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@user-xv1hb7bm5t 2 ай бұрын

Traveling alone your videos gave me added confidence

@MobilityDirect 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting Mike!

@alfferdiz3700 Жыл бұрын

Great job guys!!!! You really put on disability people shoes.

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

Hopefully you have subscribed so you can see the newest video being released today where we show you how to go on an airplane with an electric wheelchair. Thank you for watching and thank you for commenting!

@RickF-dw8cl 9 ай бұрын

Very helpful

@MobilityDirect 9 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching our video and commenting! If you haven't subscribed yet, don't forget to hit that subscribe button to get a chance to win a free mobility scooter.

@victorbenson1766 7 ай бұрын

I'm 65 and use a lightweight mobility scooter. Your excellent video lets me know how to travel via airlines with a mobility scooter. Thanks for making this video!!!

@MobilityDirect 7 ай бұрын

Glad you like it! Thanks for watching our video and commenting! We appreciate the support.

@janetteturner9752 7 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@MobilityDirect 7 ай бұрын

You're welcome! Thank you so much for watching our video and commenting! We appreciate the support.

@becktimms 27 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your videos. I'm in the UK but have gained so much knowledge from your clearcut, experience-based videos that are not the usual 'buy this'. As a young(ish) mum of 2 boys, we are srill a very active family and lots of videos for mobility aids are aimed at the elderly which doesn't cover my needs but, you are able to provide information that is so very inclusive of all ages for which I am incredibly grateful. Your honesty is a huge asset to your business - if I were based in the US you would be at the top of my list of preferred businesses to deal with.

@MobilityDirect 26 күн бұрын

That's sweet! Thanks for watching our videos and for leaving this heartwarming commenting. We appreciate the support!

@camillemcintosh7765 4 ай бұрын

I just got a mobility scooter and have been concerned about traveling with it. Thank you for the documentary

@MobilityDirect 4 ай бұрын

Glad you like it Camille! Thanks for watching! You can also check out our blog post for this topic here: www.mobilityscootersdirect.com/blog/mobility-scooters/traveling-on-an-airplane-with-a-mobility-scooter/

@bythesea2784 5 ай бұрын

I love the video thanks for sharing it also I took my mom on the wheelchair to America it was a whole new experience for me never done it as a carer I had to make sure everything was checked through, the only bad experience I had when my cousin let me at the airport with forts at cases my mum in the wheelchair and no help whatsoever I was so frustrated and angry no help for many one but I'm sure over the years that has improved quite a lot hopefully one day I'll be traveling to America again to see my loved ones I want to come to America to see my nieces and nephew on Thanksgiving Day

@MobilityDirect 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience with us @bythesea2784! Hopefully, you'll have a better experience this time around! Thanks for the support!

@CathyBrehm 18 күн бұрын

Wow, thank you so much for putting the time in to make this video for using a mobility scooter in an airport for travel. I’ve been doing my research and came across your website and scooters. Looking for a travel friendly scooter I can take apart and put in car as well as one I can take to airport for travel. I guess I was under the impression I wouldn’t have to remove the battery, just concerned with carrying a purse, and possibly a carry on luggage plus battery it may be to much for me traveling by myself. I still plan on buying one from your company very soon, most likely tomorrow! Thank you again for caring so much for the disabled community as it’s not easy getting around like I used to before car accident caused severe injuries to both ankles over 3 yrs ago. ❤

@MobilityDirect 18 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching Cathy! You can also check out our blog post for any additional details we can provide relating to this: www.mobilityscootersdirect.com/blog/mobility-scooters/traveling-on-an-airplane-with-a-mobility-scooter/

@123smotz 9 ай бұрын

thank you for the informative video. about me, I live in the Netherlands and am 70 years old. There is also a rule handicapped people must travel. A few remarks. you are younger than me and your arms are still strong. I travel with an ATTO mobility scooter, it's foldable like a trolley. we are not allowed to take it in the airplane. Of course, it has a removable battery and I took all the necessary papers with it. for the scooter, i have a protective cover. we get help and travel in the airport with a special vehicle. I did travel to Spain where everything was very good from and back to our big National Airport of Schiphol. sad to say but on Schiphol a lot went wrong. the attachment clips of the cover were broken and as we landed at 11.30 pm. the promised service was not available. no help from Schiphol, only from other passengers in the airport. I will never do it again. good luck to all other handicapped persons.

@MobilityDirect 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience with us. We appreciate you for watching our video and leaving a comment.

@desireea.thomas2419 11 ай бұрын

Very professional & non intrusive 🥳🎉👏🏼🥳🎉👏🏼🥳🎉👏🏼

@MobilityDirect 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for stopping by our KZfaq channel! We appreciate the support.

@dianediliberto1876 8 ай бұрын

This is the perfect travel scooter for anyone who can't lift a heavy weight. Thank you. I need one.😊

@MobilityDirect 8 ай бұрын

Sweet! If you're in the market looking for a mobility scooter, please feel free to give our non-commissioned sales expert a call at (888) 263-5601.

@leah1tee367 Жыл бұрын

A very interesting and informative video, thank you. But for those of us who do not live in America it would be helpful to see some international travel using similar equipment.

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@markbutler167 7 ай бұрын

as a UK person, using a powered wheelchair, the process is exactly the same..... i fly across Europe and out to the U.S.... obviously the regulations to check are different

@stephentlhaole5701 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video, I never travelled in an aeroplane before and after my accident. As a T5, I think this is going to be hell for me from the start till the end of the journey.

@MobilityDirect 9 ай бұрын

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@russelljohnson6243 Жыл бұрын

Wow, that little booger has a tight turning radius! I am a new subscriber and I really need one of these! Pray for me!

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

thank you so much Russell! Good luck! Blessings!

@bpjr1899 8 ай бұрын

Well done. I travel a few times a year and there is no way those baggage handlers are getting their hands on my expensive scooter. Airlines tell you luggage is at your own risk. You will still get run over in a busy airport even on your scooter! Good luck to you!

@MobilityDirect 8 ай бұрын

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@jackmoerman7245 4 ай бұрын

I would like to see you guys do this with an lx sport

@wanderingronin305 6 ай бұрын

Great job man. Government should pay you to post this on their website and constantly test airlines

@MobilityDirect 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching our video and commenting! We appreciate the support.

@dougtagg9162 Жыл бұрын

Interesting video. Hopefully you have one for someone who is non ambulatory requiring a transfer from a scooter to aisle wheelchair to get to your seat. Thank you "

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your feedback, we appreciate it!

@ktaurus510 9 ай бұрын

Thank you! I’m about to buy a mobility scooter. I asked Delta if I could bring it to the gate, and was told, no, I’d have to check it, which I refuse to do. This was a great video!!

@MobilityDirect 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching our video and commenting. Don't forget to subscribe for a chance to win a free mobility scooter. Once you're ready, you can reach out to our non-commissioned sales expert at (888) 263-5601.

@eoddad1 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for taking the time and expense to make this video, it is very helpful. The only issue I have is, your easy walk from the end of the jet-way to your seat on the airplane. What if (in my case) you are not able to walk that distance to your seat?

@MobilityDirect 7 ай бұрын

You should be given proper assistance if you let them know you'll need help getting to your seat. We also made a blog post about the travel so you'll probably learn more about it here: www.mobilityscootersdirect.com/blog/mobility-scooters/traveling-on-an-airplane-with-a-mobility-scooter/ Thanks for watching our video and commenting! We appreciate the support.

@Mobile_Dave 8 ай бұрын

Great info guys! I am going on international travel in November and I hope it goes as well as your trip. Will you be making a international travel video any time soon?

@MobilityDirect 8 ай бұрын

We'll consider doing that! Thanks for watching our video and commenting. Have a safe trip!

@Mobile_Dave 8 ай бұрын

I seem to be having a problem on Singapore Airlines. The are now saying they will turn me away on my Golden GB120 scooter due to LIon battery issues (

@MrSinghFL 7 ай бұрын

Brilliant and informative video.. is there a video on international traveling with a mobility scooter ?

@MobilityDirect 7 ай бұрын

We don't have one yet but this video should also give you ideas you'll need. You can also check out our blog post of the same topic here: www.mobilityscootersdirect.com/blog/mobility-scooters/traveling-on-an-airplane-with-a-mobility-scooter/ Thanks for watching our video and commenting! We appreciate the support.

@lisadickson250 Жыл бұрын

I appreciate the video very much, but that "fishbowl" or whatever type of lens it is that is being used for it is very distracting. It actually gave me a mild headache to watch it. I'd be very interested in seeing a video for this using the Pride Revo 2.0, as I was wondering how to use it when flying. Thank you!

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment!

@ryancovey4361 9 ай бұрын

I found this video as we are trying to do a London/Greece trip with my father in law who has stage 4 cancer but still wants to go so we are going to try to get him a mobility scooter. Thanks for the informative video. As far as the black eye? I call bullshit! You are a brawler and we know our own! I hope you got your licks in. Great video and thank you for helping people. This video is really amazing to show people what they will go through. We are doing a Europe trip though so not sure if there are going to be other issues

@MobilityDirect 9 ай бұрын

You caught me! I'm the 2023 Golden Gloves heavyweight champ. I just went pro so thanks for noticing! ~Drew On the flipside thanks for the comments. We are trying to be as informative as possible! Take care!

@ryancovey4361 9 ай бұрын

@@MobilityDirect Good to hear! I wish you the best of luck! After watching your video I just want to let you know, this kind of content really helps people with disabilities and flying anxiety. You have no idea how many people you are helping with this type of content and I hold my hat off to you! I need to try and do more stuff like this in my life. Thank you!

@ryancovey4361 9 ай бұрын

I just googled it and watched your fight! Great job! And laughing that I called it…

@deniseelbert5875 9 ай бұрын

How do you get a pouch for the battery? You took a longtime to load. Delta at Mco waited for us to load next group. You are a great reversing driver. I agree pack light. And be willing to ask other passengers for help, even when not on a scooter.

@MobilityDirect 9 ай бұрын

We have a battery bag on our website. Just like this one: www.mobilityscootersdirect.com/golden-technologies/golden-buzzaround-carry-on-lithium-ion-battery-replacement-gb120.html Thanks for watching our video and commenting!

@maryschmidt6945 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing us that experience. I have the golden buzzaround xl-hd. It comes apart in pieces. How would the crew take it to the baggage area on the plane? Disassembled? I would be afraid of damage to the vehicle. They wouldn’t be able to carry it in one piece. I like the collapsible basket. I went to a Dr appointment yesterday needing to use elevators. I found that the doors closed too fast for me to get my scooter inside. How do you handle that? You don’t have the arm extension to reach much beyond the scooter to hold open the door. You would think a Drs office would consider handicapped vehicles and have the elevators and automatic hallway doors stay open longer. I would either have to back in or back out of the elevator as there wasn’t much room to turn around in the elevator . Easy way to damage scooter getting caught in closing doors. There wasn’t always much room to maneuver a scooter around in exam areas. There is still. Long ways to go for accessibility for handicapped people.

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

Typically there isn't enough time to show the air line attendance. How to take the scooter apart. But if there is, I would always recommend showing them how to at least remove the seat and the batteries. This way it's a lot lighter for them to carry and easier to transport.

@peggybowles137 10 ай бұрын

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@YASTravelsEatsWell 6 ай бұрын

Right on! A lot of issues to be addressed when it comes to accessibility! I have a Metro Mobility ' Max Plus' 4 wheel scooter & am very happy with it!

@sheilaws Жыл бұрын

Every flight I’m on is different some say leave battery in some take it out. One employee told me that guidelines for new lithium ion batteries is they can safely remain in.

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

We have been experiencing the same thing, it doesn't seem like all of the airline attendance are following the same guidelines. My guess it's due to lack of training.

@tomkuhl2945 5 ай бұрын

I work at a large airport and fell in love with the GB120 because of this video. The only thing I don’t like is the lack of mounts for side view mirrors like the Pride i-Go, so I plan to rig something with GoPro mounts. Can you please measure and let me know the diameter of the handle bars at their narrowest and widest points so I can order parts before the scooter arrives? TIA

@MobilityDirect 4 ай бұрын

Hey Tom! You can give our non-commissioned sales experts a call at 888-263-5601 so we can help with the measurements and your purchase of the scooter. Thanks for watching! We appreciate the support.

@tomkuhl2945 4 ай бұрын

Unfortunately because the CarryOn isn’t Medicare coded, I had to use a state waiver (similar to Florida’s DD wavier) to pay the scooter, and state waivers require bids to state vendors first. I really wish I could have ordered from you, as you’d have it on my doorstep faster. I’ll be buying the hard case through you next week though. I have no doubt it will arrive before the scooter which is a special order item at the DME suppliers up here.@@MobilityDirect

@mikedewitt5880 Жыл бұрын

Hi thanks for your content,do you think a person could put a tiny fold up seated electric scooter in carry on and pass through x ray and continue?

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

No, sorry.

@JamesS-C 9 ай бұрын

As a disabled person who traveled years ago, my experience was not the same as yours. I was belittled by the employees and treated as a second class citizen. They refused to assist me and left me to try to do things alone despite them knowing that wasn’t possible. That experience left me wanting to never fly again.

@MobilityDirect 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience with us. We know that the experience might not be the same for everyone but still hope that this video helps people what they need to know when traveling with their mobility scooter. Thanks for watching! We appreciate the support!

@minddynamix 6 ай бұрын

Knowing everything was filmed they are on their best behavior

@mairim4578 11 ай бұрын

I rented a walker in Madrid,will look into renting scooter if I go to London,there are places where I can rent,I don’t want to go thru all that.

@MobilityDirect 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching our video and commenting. Don't forget to subscribe for a chance to win a free mobility scooter.

@michellelovelv 7 ай бұрын

I have a Golden Buzzaround XL 3 wheel scooter that has 12V 12AH (2 batteries) Do you know if that is in compliance with the max of 300 watt hours for taking my scooter to the gate? This video was great and I have subscribed for more great content. Thank you!

@MobilityDirect 7 ай бұрын

You can calculate the watt-hours by multiplying the voltage and capacity of the battery (ex. 12v12ah = 144 watt-hours). You can also learn more about it here: www.mobilityscootersdirect.com/blog/mobility-scooters/traveling-on-an-airplane-with-a-mobility-scooter/ Thanks for watching our video and commenting! We appreciate the support.

@johnbauer2075 8 ай бұрын

I thought this was a great video. I have a REVO2.0 so I dont know how air friendly it is. I need it because of the weight capacity. The folding ones dont cut for my size. That being said I think this video answered alott of questions that many might have

@MobilityDirect 8 ай бұрын

Glad you like the video! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. If you haven't subscribed yet, don't forget to hit that subscribe button to get a chance to win a free mobility scooter.

@johnbauer2075 8 ай бұрын

i DID SUBSCRIBE.@@MobilityDirect

@proudasiangirl576 6 ай бұрын

I've taken my mobility scooter on several trips (via plane) before and it's exactly how everything has been depicted here. Everything goes pretty smooth. The most complicated part is going through TSA. Yes, you do get a pat down, it's part of how it is traveling with a mobility scooter, but I am personally fine with it. It doesn't bother me much. It's just a drawn out process.

@MobilityDirect 5 ай бұрын

Yes, its definitely a drawn out process, but if you follow the steps, its pretty easy.

@legeinia 11 ай бұрын

I have a Pride Jazzy elite HD and i was wondering if i could travel with that... id love to see a video of how if thats possible. And i also have a question, if you have connecting flights, do they pull your wheelchair out for you at every stop?

@MobilityDirect 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching our video and commenting! That will be depending on the airline so you can communicate that with them before your flight. That is why we recommend checking with them before booking your flight. We're always trying to upload helpful videos and ride-along videos as much as possible. You can hit subscribe to be updated with our latest videos and for a chance to win a free mobility scooter!

@LizRob187 Жыл бұрын

I see people traveling with them frequently. I gate check my device and able to walk on the plane.

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

It's super easy to travel with a mobility scooter now, the airlines are really catching up with the technology.

@ptlover9789 3 ай бұрын

Just for clarity your Li-ion battery is not a dry cell battery, it is a lithium ion battery. There is a distinction in the regs

@MobilityDirect 3 ай бұрын

All lithium batteries are dry cell.

@ptlover9789 3 ай бұрын

They are but because Li-ions have their own rules, that should be our first answer not "It's dry cell". 🙂

@accordiondr 6 ай бұрын

Thankyou for your video... please tell me the model of your scooter....also I just got a simple SUPER HANDY MOBILITY SCOOTER.... I wonder if that'll be ok?....thankyou so much

@MobilityDirect 6 ай бұрын

This is the Buzzaround Carry-On GB120: www.mobilityscootersdirect.com/mobility-scooters/buzzaround-carry-on-folding-mobility-scooter.html Thanks for watching our video and commenting! We appreciate the support.

@ulyssesgrant4403 Сағат бұрын

If you’re able to walk short distances, can’t you have TSA bring your scooter past the metal detector and you walk through it then hop back on your scooter?

@kenmalibog5827 Жыл бұрын

I enjoyed your video on Air Travel with a Mobility Scooter. I have a Pride Maxima 3-Wheel Scooter . My Question is, Will I be able to Check in my Maxima Scooter at the Jet-Way like you did for my Flight. Or is there any Limitations that would prevent me from Taking my scooter on a Flight like You did with your scooter. ...... Thanks!

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

You can take the Maxima with you as long as you are not using lithium batteries. That model would require big lithium batteries that would not be allowed on planes. As long as you're using the standard type of batteries it came with (SLA) then you can do the same thing we did in this video. I'd make sure to explain to the airline handlers that you can put the scooter in neutral and remove the seat so that they don't have to carry a fully assembled Maxima, they weight a lot.

@kenmalibog5827 Жыл бұрын

Does the Jet-Way have a Ramp that the Handlers can Roll the Scooter down to get it to the Cargo Hold of the Aircraft?

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

Usually they have a staircase... Which is not ideal for the attendants.

@arlenewolf5260 7 ай бұрын

My Model is a Vive (I think). Do you sell the Lithium insert batterys that go in the battery pack, if I want to update it? If so what are the part numbers I need to order from you and how much are they?

@MobilityDirect 7 ай бұрын

Please feel free to give our parts department a call at (877) 321-3241

@Ken_1957 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your content. I wonder how tsa deals with a person that can't stand?

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

in a video drew did it in a power wheelchair. he did not get out of the chair. stay tuned video will be out soon!

@markbutler167 7 ай бұрын

i travel a lot using a powered chair, i never get out of the chair

@LMarie-ff5be 8 ай бұрын

Thank you soooo much for providing this video….so informative and I am now confident I can travel again!

@MobilityDirect 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching our video and commenting! We appreciate the support.

@desireea.thomas2419 11 ай бұрын

Boy, this gentleman looks like a Doctor doing a physical exam ☺️☺️☺️☺️

@MobilityDirect 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching our video and commenting! Don't forget to subscribe for a chance to win a free mobility scooter.

@oror1211 7 ай бұрын

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@tdadp Жыл бұрын

I’m a little jealous that you can walk on the plane and I need a straight back.

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

This video was made for educational purposes, thank you for your comment and feedback.

@Jerom_world 3 ай бұрын

Can you travel with the mobility scooter to the northern Mariana’s islands just to see if the airline will allow that lithium battery to be put on the airline how far travel can you go with the mobility scooter

@MobilityDirect 3 ай бұрын

If you have a scooter that is a medical grade class 2 mobility scooter, it should be accepted. You can also get more information about mobility scooters and batteries in airlines here in our blog post: www.mobilityscootersdirect.com/blog/mobility-scooters/traveling-on-an-airplane-with-a-mobility-scooter/ Thanks for watching!

@rmagistr Жыл бұрын

This disclaimer or final note at the bottom of the TSA page is what's worrisome: "The final decision rests with the TSA officer on whether an item is allowed through the checkpoint" It leaves it to the discretion of the TSA officer. What if the TSA at your home base allows it, but coming back home, the TSA at the other end does not?

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

If it is a domestic flight here in the USA you are fine, but outside of the country you cant guarantee the laws are the same.

@Pwaters86 10 ай бұрын

Nobody wants to get sued. If your scooter meets the travel guidelines I would not worry. TSA does not want a lawsuit against them for discriminating against a disabled traveler.

@Pwaters86 10 ай бұрын

Something to note. If you have TSA Precheck you do note have to remove your shoes, nor do you have to do the body scan machine. You walk through the metal detector. If you can walk short distances then walk through the metal detector to avoid the full body pat down. If you do not have PreCheck, I highly recommend you get it. TSA Precheck can make the TSA checkpoint process a breeze.

@KH-sd8kr 6 ай бұрын

@@Pwaters86Thank you for that info. After watching this video, I dont believe I would want to take a mobility scooter on a plane if I had to use the regular security line, but I have TSA Pre and hoped it might be much easier.

@josedomiinguez4496 Жыл бұрын

👍👍

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment Jose!

@josedomiinguez4496 Жыл бұрын

When are You having your giveaway For this year ?😃

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

We do them once a month, but a lot of the time, people don't want to be filmed. :(

@davidsjourney1770 11 ай бұрын

I have the EXACT same scooter which is 360WH.... did u buy a lower WH battery??

@MobilityDirect 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching our video and commenting! We're using a 15 AH Lithium Battery on a GB120 Mobility Scooter. You can learn more about the product here: www.mobilityscootersdirect.com/mobility-scooters/buzzaround-carry-on-folding-mobility-scooter.html

@63076topher 10 ай бұрын

Can you request help from the airline to the gate if you have carry-on luggage or would you need to check the scooter at the counter and use a wheelchair to the gate?

@MobilityDirect 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching our video and commenting. Gate-checking your mobility scooter is our recommendation because you can remain on your scooter until boarding. There are still some things that you need to keep in mind as mentioned in the video but you can also review our blog post containing our experience with travelling a mobility scooter on an airplane here: www.mobilityscootersdirect.com/blog/mobility-scooters/traveling-on-an-airplane-with-a-mobility-scooter/

@moneymakintash 11 ай бұрын

As you go through TSA as an amputee do you know how they would perform the security scan of you and your chair if you aren't able to stand?

@MobilityDirect 11 ай бұрын

They'll probably give you assistance if you tell them that. As you see in the video, they are attentive and are easy to talk with. Thanks for watching our video and commenting.

@lauriedettelback1179 10 ай бұрын

I have an electric wheelchair and I’ve gone flying with it many times. You stay seated in the chair and they will pat you down. It will be a person putting you down of your same gender, and they are very very polite and explain to you before they touch you exactly what they’re going to do. Not a big deal. But, I would get there early if you can. Sometimes it takes a while for them to find a TSA agent of the same gender as you.

@jarikinnunen1718 5 ай бұрын

Even in seventies airports was scary place to me. Now I never ever go even near.

@MobilityDirect 5 ай бұрын

Hopefully this guide helps if you ever chose to try again in the future. Thanks for watching our video and commenting! We appreciate the support.

@salzdt Жыл бұрын

What model Golden technologies is on this video. I am looking for a light weight and lithium battery model. Thank you

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

The buzzaround carry on. Model gb120

@salzdt Жыл бұрын

@@MobilityDirect Thank you

@sandeemaximo9279 5 ай бұрын

Can you travel to Canada?🙏✌️

@MobilityDirect 5 ай бұрын

We'll try if we ever had the chance. We won't forget to share it here when that happens! Thanks for watching and commenting.

@makeupbyeija Жыл бұрын

I want to travel but have a muscle disease and can’t sit to raise. The plant seats are to low for me! Have any suggestions?

@MobilityDirect Жыл бұрын

There's plenty of ways to travel without going on planes. Trains, buses and cruises have accessibility options that are better than planes.

@christaft3506 3 ай бұрын

How about a Uber or taxi? Is there enough room or do you have to get a bigger vehicle

@MobilityDirect 2 ай бұрын

If you are referring to the GB120 Mobility Scooter that was used in this video, it can easily fit in the trunk of a car. You can check out our video about this here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fcmcecan06nFhH0.htmlfeature=shared Thanks for watching!

@just4therecord 11 ай бұрын

I’m wondering why you said leave the scooter open not folded at the bridge? Also should the motor be disengage so they can push the scooter?

@MobilityDirect 11 ай бұрын

We just left the scooter not folded to give our viewers an idea that you can leave the scooter even if it is not a folding one. As long as the automatic brakes lever is turned into the free wheel mode, they'll be able to push the scooter. Thanks for watching our video and commenting! Don't forget to subscribe for a chance to win a free mobility scooter.

@just4therecord 11 ай бұрын

@@MobilityDirect thank you for the quick reply, much appreciated

@LisaD04 2 ай бұрын

My mother is flying alone with her new motorized wheelchair. Will she have help removing her lithium battery to carry on board? She needs an aisle chair and is immobile. Not sure if she should travel with her manual chair.

@MobilityDirect 2 ай бұрын

It's best to communicate with your airlines if you'll need assistance which they should give you. Here you can find more information that we can share about travelling with your mobility scooter: www.mobilityscootersdirect.com/blog/mobility-scooters/traveling-on-an-airplane-with-a-mobility-scooter/ Thanks for watching and commenting. We appreciate the support.

@jeannievieira592 11 ай бұрын

I just got the go go endurance, so would I have to lift out the entire battery pack and put it in a carry on?

@moneymakintash 11 ай бұрын

That's what I'm wondering, I believe I have the gogo elite. Also wanted to know if u have 2 know the weight of the scooter?

@MobilityDirect 11 ай бұрын

You'll probably have to do that. There are situations when they need to be removed and in this video, we made sure that we properly let the airlines crew where the batteries are located and removed it as they can easily fall off. But we still recommend reaching out to your airlines before booking a flight. You can also check the links added in the video description. Thanks for watching our video and commenting. If you haven't subscribed yet, don't forget to hit that subscribe button to get a chance to win a free mobility scooter!