I think the people who see no need for disabled people to be upgraded are being somewhat selfish? I have Cerebral Palsy and I have literally just got back from NYC ( I live in the UK). I flew North West Airlines Economy Class, I have never seen any schemes for upgrading but I think there should be one especially if there are empty Business Class seats on a flight.

Let me give you an insight as to what it is like to be a disabled passenger who had to fly to NYC for a job interview but couldn't afford to pay to have basic comfort.

1) My feet were swollen so bad I couldn't wear shoes ( All could have been avoided if I had my feet elevated.

2) I am at increased risk of Deep Vein Thrombosis, and as I can't exactly get up and walk around or stretch my legs like you guy or wiggle my toes that make my risk even worse, all could be reduced by around 30% if I had a foot rest.

3) My back has sharp pain if I sit upright for too long and again I can't just get up and stretch.

These are just a few examples of many of the problems I face when flying, we don't want the fancy extras and the free champagne we only want what is a basic level of comfort with our problems.

So I really find comments akin to "Everyone would like to be more comfortable" deeply offensive. As it isn't that I wouldn't love to sit reasonably like everyone else, God I'd love to but I physically can't. I think people should try viewing it from our perspective for once ?

I don't want cheap luxury flights I want a reasonable standard like every other passenger.