There’s an entire Advisory Circular, created by the Federal Aviation Association that outlines the use of and regulations for travel with portable oxygen concentrators. You can read the FAA approved oxygen concentrator guide, but if that looks little too confusing for you, we compiled the important pieces for you here.
Airline Regulations for Oxygen Concentrators
The FAA continually updates a list of all portable oxygen concentrators that are approved for air travel.
If you or a loved one plan to travel with portable oxygen concentrators then speak to an airline representative before making travel arrangements.
The FAA deems that travel with portable oxygen concentrators is safe if these 4 criteria are met:
- The concentrator is legally marketed in the United States. (By extension proving that it has been FDA approved)
- The concentrator does not give off any radio frequencies.
- The concentrator does not create compressed gas.
- The concentrator contains no hazardous materials. (With the limited exceptions inherent in the battery power).
Seating Regulations for Oxygen Concentrators on Airplanes
Individual seat requirements can be accommodated but all other FAA regulations must be met. No discrimination can be made against those who require the use of portable oxygen concentrators on airplanes.
Where to Stow an Oxygen Concentrator
Airline regulations for oxygen concentrators require the device be stowed correctly. Examples of correctly stowing a portable oxygen concentrator are simple: the device must not interfere with any other passenger’s access to the exists, or to the aisle.
It must be stowed under the seat in front of the passenger who is using the oxygen concentrator. Of course, for this very reason, it’s easier to travel with portable oxygen concentrators that are small and compact.
When to Stow Your Oxygen Concentrator
Airline regulations for oxygen concentrators state that the device must be stowed during surface movement (takeoff, landing and taxi). It can be used freely while stowed as long as no part of the device impedes any other passenger’s ability to reach the aisle or airplane exists.
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