Originally Posted by MsEverywhere
Does anyone know who would make the decision of air ambulance vs commercial jet?
I would think the airline would be able to tell you if they can transport him or not.
If he has to go to the bathroom in the terminal, since mom and I will be the only ones with him, would I wheel him into the ladies' room? the mens' room (I wouldn't be embarrased)? find a NW agent to wheel him in? I think he might be able to wheel himself in & out...... Yesterday he wouldn't even let me help him from wheelchair to bed although I'm capable. He waited for aide from nursing home.
Some terminals have a special restroom for disabled. I tend to look for them. I don't know if DTW has one or not?
Do the financial considerations usualy rule? Do airlines usually evaluate condition before they accept a passenger? Should I check with doctor? What if we can afford either? Dad may balk at spending that much more for air ambulance.
Definitely check with the Doctor. He or she will be best person to answer. If the doc says he can fly commercial then that's probably the way to go, unless you've got plenty of money.
Sorry that I can't help more.