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CPAP on oversea flights

Posted on 8/11/22 at 11:22 am
Posted by Viper3428
Ponchatoula
Member since Aug 2019
25 posts
Posted on 8/11/22 at 11:22 am
Going overseas for the first time using a CPAP machine. On previous flights I didn’t notice if anyone was using a CPAP machine. I’ve tried to call the airlines but just get put on hold. I’m flying business an I know there are electrical outlets that I could use but, will they let me use my CPAP? Anyone have any information or knowledge of the guidelines?
TIA
Posted by ConfusedHawgInMO
Member since Apr 2014
3578 posts
Posted on 8/11/22 at 11:29 am to
Sorry no help here, just jumped in to say what a PITA it is to travel with a CPAP. There has to be a decent "mini" battery powered alternative. At one time there was talk about to little "buds" that you put in your nose but can't remember if that was a legit thing or an idea somebody was looking to get investors.
Posted by Ham And Glass
Member since Nov 2016
1637 posts
Posted on 8/11/22 at 11:35 am to
I don't use a CPAP but if you are sleeping sitting up, do you need the machine? I was the under the impression that apnea was made worse by relaxed muscles in the throat and mouth when laying down....
Posted by RummelTiger
Texas
Member since Aug 2004
92058 posts
Posted on 8/11/22 at 11:38 am to
From TSA:

quote:

Am I allowed to carry my CPAP machine onboard the plane, do I have to remove it from my carry-on?

A nebulizer, CPAP, BiPAP and APAP must be removed from its carrying case and undergo X-ray screening. Facemasks and tubing may remain in the case. You may provide a clear plastic bag to place the device through the X-ray.


LINK .
Posted by Hat Tricks
Member since Oct 2003
28778 posts
Posted on 8/12/22 at 1:19 pm to
I haven't had to remove my CPAP from it's small carrying case on any of my most recent flights.

As to using it on the plane, I don't see why you couldn't, but I might be missing something.
Posted by UnoMe
Here
Member since Dec 2007
6374 posts
Posted on 8/12/22 at 11:25 pm to
Don't want this to be the OT, but if you cant go 1 day without a CPAP machine. Do you need to be traveling overseas?
Posted by dirtsandwich
AL
Member since May 2016
6018 posts
Posted on 8/13/22 at 4:59 pm to
quote:

will they let me use my CPAP?

Yes. I used mine in June on flight to Italy.
Posted by dirtsandwich
AL
Member since May 2016
6018 posts
Posted on 8/13/22 at 5:00 pm to
quote:

Don't want this to be the OT, but if you cant go 1 day without a CPAP machine. Do you need to be traveling overseas?

Tell me you don’t understand obstructed sleep apnea without telling me you don’t understand obstructed sleep apnea.
Posted by 18handicap
Member since Jul 2014
5926 posts
Posted on 8/13/22 at 7:33 pm to
I used mine on my flights back & forth to Spain in July. I use precheck so didn't have to take it out of my carry-on.
Posted by Drizzt
Cimmeria
Member since Aug 2013
14469 posts
Posted on 8/14/22 at 2:30 pm to
I’ve never had to remove cpap from carry case. Fly with it all the time.
Posted by tokenasian37
Member since Aug 2007
958 posts
Posted on 8/15/22 at 1:46 am to
Last time I flew ANA airlines, I requested a seat with an electrical outlet for my CPAP. The airline will check if your equipment so make sure you have the original power supply.
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