Enjoy your vacation
We know that traveling with a wheelchair can be stressful. To help ease those worries, we have put together some helpful travel resources for your Permobil- wheelchair or Power Assist Device as well as top travel tips from experienced wheelchair travelers to help you be more prepared than ever. We wish you a happy journey!
Useful Documents
Travel tips
Before you go
Fully charge your batteries and make sure you have a compatible charger for your destination.
When travelling
Utilise supporting equipment to help make travelling easier, such as the range of AbleMove products detailed below.
If something happens to your chair
Contact a local dealer or Permobil representative who will do their best to help get you back up and running.
In case something happens during your flight
Notify
Conduct a thorough inspection of your wheelchair as soon as you receive it back after your flight. If there is any damage, immediately notify the airline staff at the airport and file a report. It is strongly recommended that you do not leave the airport before submitting a claim. However, if damage is discovered after leaving the airport, some airlines may allow you to file a claim later. Be sure to verify all procedures with the specific airline.
Document
Take photos of your wheelchair and its components before handing it over to the airline staff. This will serve as proof of its condition. If your wheelchair is damaged, photograph the damage and note all details. These images will be useful when filing a claim. Keep all flight-related documents for your records.
Follow-up
Once you have submitted the report, request a written copy of the next steps and inquire about a loaner or rental wheelchair if yours is unusable or significantly damaged. Follow up with the airline after your trip for updates on the status and timeline of the repair. Maintain regular communication until the matter is resolved satisfactorily.
MyPermobil - Travel with confidence
The MyPermobil app provides an integrated map that can assist you on your power wheelchair journey. Combining in-app estimated range with the integrated map empowers you to go further with confidence.
EDF's Transport Accessibility Database
You can report incidents in Europe to the European Disability Forum, a non-governmental organization that promotes and defends the rights of people with disabilities. You may also be able to report incidents to a governmental / regulatory body in your home country.
AbleMove: Exploring new possibilities
ableMove products support wheelchair users in daily and specialized activities, including flying. We're excited to offer a promotion on the ableSling Lite—a discreet in-situ transfer sling—and the ableDry, a towel that keeps wheelchair seats dry after swimming or bathing.
London's taxi cabs can take some wheelchairs
London was fantastic and is one of the only cities with a taxis/ cabs that has a ramp in ALL of their vehicles! We were able to hail a cab at any time, which is something I have never experienced before . The 'Tube' was also pretty accessible, as long as you 'mind the gap', so if you want to visit a place where you are free explore without too much pre-planning, try London!
London's taxi cabs can take some wheelchairs
London was fantastic and is one of the only cities with a taxis/ cabs that has a ramp in ALL of their vehicles! We were able to hail a cab at any time, which is something I have never experienced before . The 'Tube' was also pretty accessible, as long as you 'mind the gap', so if you want to visit a place where you are free explore without too much pre-planning, try London!
Toilet break
If you see an accessible toilet use it, as you might not see one as soon as you need it.
Toilet break
If you see an accessible toilet use it, as you might not see one as soon as you need it.
Get to the gate early
Get to the gate as soon as you can, like right after you get past security, and introduce yourself to the check-in person and explain to them what you need help with and that you need to board early.
Get to the gate early
Get to the gate as soon as you can, like right after you get past security, and introduce yourself to the check-in person and explain to them what you need help with and that you need to board early.
Packing list
Make sure you pack your power chair battery charger (and that it is compatible with your destination!).
Make sure you pack your power chair battery charger (and that it is compatible with your destination!).
London's taxi cabs can take some wheelchairs
London was fantastic and is one of the only cities with a taxis/ cabs that has a ramp in ALL of their vehicles! We were able to hail a cab at any time, which is something I have never experienced before . The 'Tube' was also pretty accessible, as long as you 'mind the gap', so if you want to visit a place where you are free explore without too much pre-planning, try London!
London's taxi cabs can take some wheelchairs
London was fantastic and is one of the only cities with a taxis/ cabs that has a ramp in ALL of their vehicles! We were able to hail a cab at any time, which is something I have never experienced before . The 'Tube' was also pretty accessible, as long as you 'mind the gap', so if you want to visit a place where you are free explore without too much pre-planning, try London!
Toilet break
If you see an accessible toilet use it, as you might not see one as soon as you need it.
Toilet break
If you see an accessible toilet use it, as you might not see one as soon as you need it.
Get to the gate early
Get to the gate as soon as you can, like right after you get past security, and introduce yourself to the check-in person and explain to them what you need help with and that you need to board early.
Get to the gate early
Get to the gate as soon as you can, like right after you get past security, and introduce yourself to the check-in person and explain to them what you need help with and that you need to board early.
Packing list
Make sure you pack your power chair battery charger (and that it is compatible with your destination!).
Make sure you pack your power chair battery charger (and that it is compatible with your destination!).