Originally Posted by
oliver2002
Just clarify some more: some WCH can walk to the jetway and sit in a wheelchair themselves, othe types may require assistance to get up and be carried down the aisle to the door etc.
WCHR - Wheel Chair to Ramp - Pax can ascend/descend steps and make own way to/from cabin seat, but requires wheelchair for distance to/from aircraft
WCHS - Wheel Chair to top of Steps - Pax is able to walk but unable to ascend or descend stairs
WCHC - Wheel Chair in Cabin - Pax is paraplegic/quadriplegic, requires an on-board wheelchair and must be carried to/from cabin seat
courtesy of Wikipedia
