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FAA Regulations and CPAP

Posted by RenoTom on November 26, 2002 at 21:54:26:

There has been much discussion re traveling with NPAP machines. I recently tried it with very positive results.
A few points:
* Many FAA links prior to 11/15 are out of date. To find up to date info do a google search for "U.S. Department of Trasportation 14 CFR Part 382" Look for "Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Air Travel". This should give you a copy of the regulations.
* The airlines are not allowed to question your disability or equipment requirements. They have to take your word of your "disability" and your equipment needs. A letter of medical necessity is not needed for the airlines, but would still be wise to have as well as copies of rx's.
* Carry on of your machine is dependant on space availability, but a certain amount of reserved space is guarenteed. Early check in is important. Notify boarding personnel of your needs.
* Although I did not find a specific stipulation prescribing it, People with "disabilities" are allowed to preboard to store their equipment and get situated. This provides for the available space to store your equipment.
* Since my BIPAP S/T is classed as an "assistive breathing device", I used the term which is probably more catchy than "CPAP". I was asked some questions to assure the airlines personnel that it did not contain any pressurized cylinders.
" The regulations do provide for a means of resolving conflicts. If you think you are not being treated fairly or correctly, ask for a "CRO" or "Complaint Resolution Official". The airlines are required by law to have a CRO available at all times that operations are conducted either in person or by telephone. The

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