How can a person fly internationally to Europe, Africa, or Asia from USA if they have Sleep Apnea?
Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 at
10:23 am
I want to fly to the Philippines next near but I can’t bring my sleep apnea machine with me because it’s too large. I have to wait until I get to the VA Clinic in Manila to borrow one of theirs. Meanwhile, on the airplane, does the airplane provide a mask for me in order for me to sleep comfortably?
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No, they do not. If you must use oxygen during the flight, you will need a doctor’s order and then call the airline to make arrangements. Most people do not have sleep apnea when sleeping in an upright position.
Just try not to sleep too much on the plane, and if you do sleep keep your seat upright so the apnea will subside, but the last answerer is right. You’ll need a doctors note that says you can fly.