Everand Logo

Welcome to Everand!

  • Discover millions of ebooks, audiobooks, and so much more with a free trial

    Only $11.99/month after trial. Cancel anytime.

    Air Travel for Wheelchair Users
    Air Travel for Wheelchair Users
    Air Travel for Wheelchair Users
    Ebook67 pages43 minutes

    Air Travel for Wheelchair Users

    By Cory Lee

    ()

    Read preview

    About this ebook

    Are you a wheelchair user and want to learn about the process of traveling by plane before you take off for the first time? Or perhaps you're a frequent flier and would just like to learn how to make the process easier for future flights? If you have ever wished that there was a guide to accessible air travel, this is the book for you!

    Air Travel for Wheelchair Users is the first book entirely devoted to alleviating any fears that wheelchair users may have when it comes to flying. The entire process, from how to prepare for your upcoming flight to what to do after you land at your destination, is covered in depth. You will learn tips and tricks to make the boarding process easier and your flight more comfortable, as well as what your rights are as a wheelchair user when it comes to flying. Other valuable resources are included in the book, such as where accessible companion care restrooms are located in thirty of the world's most popular airports. There is also information about accessible transportation in all thirty of those cities, so you'll even be covered once you arrive at your destination.

    Whether you are anticipating your first flight or have flown dozens of times, Air Travel for Wheelchair Users was made for you!

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherCory Lee
    Release dateNov 11, 2015
    ISBN9781310504181
    Air Travel for Wheelchair Users
    Author

    Cory Lee

    At the age of two, Cory Lee was diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy, but his thirst for adventure never ceased. He has traveled across the world, wheelchair and all, and has quickly became one of the leading accessibility focused travel bloggers. Cory is a recent graduate of the University of West Georgia and has been featured in publications such as the Los Angeles Times, USA Today, U.S. News & World Report, Lonely Planet, and New Mobility magazine. When he's not writing until his fingers bleed or traveling, you may find him watching horror movies, attending concerts, or eating spoonfuls of peanut butter. Cory hopes that by sharing his accessible, and sometimes not so accessible, travel experiences with others, he can encourage both wheelchair users and non-wheelchair users alike to roll out of their comfort zone and see all the beauty our world has to offer.

    Related to Air Travel for Wheelchair Users

    Related ebooks

    Special Interest Travel For You

    View More
    View More

    Related podcast episodes

    Related articles

    • Article

      Solve It In 6

      Aug 18, 2022

      Solve It In 6
      2 min read

    • Article

      Join The Debate

      Aug 31, 2021

      In the old days, one turned up at an airport and presented oneself at a check-in desk to (a) leave any hold luggage; (b) get a boarding card; and (c) confirm to the airline that you intended to fly that day (especially if you had an open ticket). T

      5 min read

    • Article

      Join The Debate

      Sep 8, 2021

      BUSINESSTRAVELLER.COM/FORUM In the old days, one turned up at an airport and presented oneself at a check-in desk to (a) leave any hold luggage; (b) get a boarding card; and (c) confirm to the airline that you intended to fly that day (especially

      5 min read

    • Article

      The Woodshed

      Jul 9, 2019

      The Woodshed
      3 min read

    • Article

      Travel Dilemmas: Is Basic Economy Worth It?

      Nov 6, 2017

      Let's say you are going to Washington, D.C., in mid-January. It's post-holidays and you have bills to pay, so cost is important. You find a fare on American from Los Angeles for $277. It's a good schedule and the price is right. But wait. It's for "b

      3 min read

    • Article

      Keep Calm & Carry On

      Apr 30, 2018

      Between booking a destination venue and choosing the perfect florals, transportation logistics for your dress may have slipped your mind. Good news: Most airlines will allow you to carry on your wedding attire, which we definitely recommend (checking

      1 min read

    • Article

      Christmas Travel Made Simple

      Dec 11, 2023

      Christmas Travel Made Simple
      2 min read

    • Article

      What to Do if Your Flight Is Canceled or Delayed

      Feb 1, 2018

      The odds of encountering turbulence in your travel plans when you're flying are probably lower than you think: In the first 10 months of 2017, 18.4% of domestic airline flights were delayed on departure, and 1.6% were canceled, according to the Burea

      2 min read

    • Article

      Fly the Unfriendly Skies

      May 19, 2017

      Fly the Unfriendly Skies
      4 min read

    • Article

      Ask The Pilot

      Oct 30, 2020

      What are the most irritating things about passengers? There are two issues I would highlight here. First and foremost are passengers who, having checked in for a flight with luggage and passed through security in a timely manner, manage to arrive at

      2 min read

    • Article

      8 Travel Mistakes

      Feb 3, 2020

      8 Travel Mistakes
      2 min read

    • Article

      Adult-only Flight Zones

      Jan 31, 2024

      In the November edition, I wrote wishfully about the need for a new approach to the processing of ‘hand baggage only’ passengers at congested airports. The point I was making was that, as well as passengers, both airlines and airports could benefit o

      3 min read

    • Article

      10 First-Flight FAQs

      Mar 21, 2023

      10 First-Flight FAQs
      3 min read

    • Article

      Travel Dilemmas: Missed Flight, Costly Lesson

      Mar 11, 2019

      We have no control over some of the misfortunes of air travel. The flight is late or, worse, canceled, because of weather, mechanical or crew problems, sending a ripple through your travel plans. That is annoying, but there's a category of travel pro

      4 min read

    • Article

      Travel Secrets That Save You Money

      Jan 30, 2020

      Are you itching for a spring or summer getaway? You can often save money on airfare by hopping across the ocean to Europe and Asia rather than crisscrossing the U.S. Or you can jet from a growing number of East Coast cities directly to destinations a

      11 min read

    • Article

      High Flyer

      Nov 27, 2019

      High Flyer
      5 min read

    • Article

      Child-free Inflight Zones

      Mar 1, 2024

      RICHARD TAMS AIRLINE CONSULTANT AND EXECUTIVE COACH Irecently wrote wishfully about the need for a new approach to the processing of “hand baggage only” passengers at congested airports. The point I was making was that, as well as passengers, both ai

      3 min read

    • Article

      Why I’m Building My Own aeroplane

      Aug 24, 2020

      Why I’m Building My Own aeroplane
      5 min read

    Related categories

    Reviews for Air Travel for Wheelchair Users

    0 ratings

    0 ratings0 reviews

    What did you think?

    Tap to rate

    Review must be at least 10 words

      Book preview

      Air Travel for Wheelchair Users - Cory Lee

      Air Travel for Wheelchair Users

      By Cory Lee

      Copyright © 2015 Cory Lee

      All rights reserved.

      Distributed by Smashwords

      This ebook is licensed for your personal enjoyment only. This ebook may not be re-sold or given away to other people. If you would like to share this ebook with another person, please purchase an additional copy for each person you share it with. If you’re reading this book and did not purchase it, or it was not purchased for your use only, then you should return to Smashwords.com and purchase your own copy. Thank you for respecting the hard work of this author.

      Ebook formatting by www.ebooklaunch.com

      Table of Contents

      Prologue

      Before Arriving to the Airport

      At the Airport

      On the Plane

      At the Destination

      Additional Resources

      About the Author

      Prologue

      In today’s world, flying has become common practice. It has made travel - both domestic and worldwide - obtainable for people. Gone are the days of long drives or train rides, now you can cross the country in a few hours instead of days. Traveling overseas was unattainable for most people just 50 years ago and now it is completely possible. The downside is with increased security and budget cuts, flying while making travel possible for many, has also become a stressful process. Lost luggage, long delays, and missed connections are just a few of the things that could turn a dream trip into a nightmare. For those that use wheelchairs, the process is even more daunting.

      Somewhere over the Grand Canyon…

      Air travel has gotten the bad reputation of being uncomfortable and burdensome, yet necessary. I am here to show you that does not have to be the case. The good news is I have flown all over the world with my wheelchair, I have seen the good and bad, I have learned what works and what does not work. I have years of air travel, and thousands of air miles’ experience to pass on to you to try and make your trip less stressful and dare I say, a pleasant experience. If you are a wheelchair user and think I can’t possibly travel there, check out my website curbfreewithcorylee.com to see pictures and read articles about the many places I have traveled. Many of my followers have asked me how I can go to so many amazing places and want to know my secrets for flying. So I hope this eBook will help shed some light on things. I want other wheelchair users to know that flying is possible and I want to alleviate fears they may have, and give them tips to plan so they can reach their destinations with as little stress as possible.

      According to the International Air Travel Association (IATA), in 2013 over eight million people were flying every single day. That was over 3.1 billion in the year 2013. IATA says these numbers continue to grow each year. While exact numbers are not available from the airlines, the number of wheelchair users that fly every year is increasing as well. With more wheelchair users flying, the internet is filled with horror stories. Stories of discrimination, of unhelpful staff leaving passengers alone without assistance, sometimes for hours, and having wheelchairs damaged or lost since it is not possible to remain in your wheelchair during flight. This makes for a scary outlook on flying when you need a wheelchair. It does not have to be scary though. I started flying at the age of 13 and it was a

      Enjoying the preview?
      Page 1 of 1