Originally Posted by
TBRIC
I’m not a physician, but since commercial airliners are only pressurized to the equivalent of 6-8,000 ft altitude, wouldn’t there be a chance of hypoxia with some people, depending on the type of mask? Especially on a longer flight?
A person with such a medical condition might be well advised to discuss this with their doctor before buying airline tickets. The doctor might advise a certain type of mask suited to that particular person, supplemental oxygen or might advise staying on the ground.
The ACAA says that airline must accommodate persons with disabilities, so long as that accommodation does not impinge on flight safety.
"Hello, my doctor says I can't wear a mask when I fly."
"Then you don't fly."
"Hello, my doctor says I must stand up in the aisle during takeoff and landing."
"Then you don't fly."