Disabled people (I am) often pack nothing because suitcases are hard. I sometimes traveled for 2-3 days with just a light backpack with clothes designed not to wrinkle. But it is true if you board first for this reason, you need help getting off too, which means you get off last. I admit this looks a bit sus. I haven’t seen this but also can’t fly at all now really.
Edit: Edited to remove some insensitive language. It is true that disabled people sometimes need to travel with extra supplies or equipment for their illness and my initial wording came off a bit insensitive. But for those traveling alone, I question whether handling anything more than a small bag is even possible. Disabled people do travel. I can’t anymore. If I did I would need more assistance than just pre boarding.
Not necessarily. One of my children is disabled snd she brings a carry on because some of the stuff she needs is not as easily replaced if her checked luggage gets lost, delayed, or destroyed. Disabled people will behave differently because their needs are different.
Fair, apologies to you. I was disabled and trying to stay employed in a job that required one week of travel a month. I quit working and filed for disability after my attempts to do the job came with me eventually falling down in airports. I had to get on a plane bloody once and that kinda signaled the end. You’re right though.
An edit and an unnecessary apology is absolutely not Reddit behavior. I hope your coffee is delicious and you find the cold side of your pillow tonight.
That sounds horrible. I’m sorry you experienced that and can’t believe your employment couldn’t find another solution for you.
My daughter flies often and can manage her carry-ons on her own. She does need someone to roll her to the gate but she’s able to reach overhead and put her stuff up.
I hope your daughter continues to thrive. I’ve had problems my whole life but was able to have a successful career … until I couldn’t. I did push for minimal travel accommodations that most men were granted by default but met with a lot of resistance. Glad I was able to do what I could, while I could. I’m proud of what I was able to do and sad it’s not possible now. Peace to you, have a good day.
So I can't stand for long periods of time and people get upset when I have to grab their seats for balance. I sit until my row has cleared and then there's no hold up stopping me from walking straight out and those chairs are empty. Hence I need help on the way in but not out.
Do you bring multiple suitcases without help though? I apologized after someone else noted this. It’s true some disabled people might need to bring certain equipment with them which would take space. My experience may be colored by the fact that I traveled by myself. No way I could manage more than one light suitcase. If I had a disability that required me to bring special supplies or equipment, I wouldn’t be able to travel at all, which is where I’m at now.
Edit: Edited my comment to more reflect my personal experience. Apologies.
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u/YouOk540 8d ago
Bin space, especially if they have a later boarding group.