Easiest way for non-disabled passenger to travel with mobility scooter
Jul 12, 2018, 6:27 am
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Easiest way for non-disabled passenger to travel with mobility scooter
Will be flying to BOM with BA and I would like to take a mobility scooter as a present for my grandad. I'm in F so baggage allowance is not an issue but would need to dismantle the 35-40 kg scooter and pack securely to check in. Is there any scope for checking it in fully assembled? I assume actually disabled passengers are allowed to gatecheck (?) but I don't particularly fancy driving around the airport in it, although it would be amusing! Will the battery be an issue?
Jul 12, 2018, 6:32 am
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I saw a mobility scooter being used to gate recently in MAN and it was gatechecked there.
It was dismantled into about 3 parts (I noticed that the handlebars for example were removed) and that certainly appeared to be standard practice.
If it were 35kg fully assembled then I would expect it's too heavy anyway to be checked as one item, even if travelling F?
It was dismantled into about 3 parts (I noticed that the handlebars for example were removed) and that certainly appeared to be standard practice.
If it were 35kg fully assembled then I would expect it's too heavy anyway to be checked as one item, even if travelling F?
Jul 12, 2018, 6:47 am
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I saw a mobility scooter being used to gate recently in MAN and it was gatechecked there.
It was dismantled into about 3 parts (I noticed that the handlebars for example were removed) and that certainly appeared to be standard practice.
If it were 35kg fully assembled then I would expect it's too heavy anyway to be checked as one item, even if travelling F?
It was dismantled into about 3 parts (I noticed that the handlebars for example were removed) and that certainly appeared to be standard practice.
If it were 35kg fully assembled then I would expect it's too heavy anyway to be checked as one item, even if travelling F?
The question on fully assembled check-in was to explore if there are any exceptions to the 32kg limit for mobility equipment. Getting rid of it at check-in would be preferable to faffing it to the gate.
Jul 12, 2018, 6:57 am
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check the BA website for the rules on over weight luggage. But in general anything over 32KG goes as cargo not normal baggage and needs to be arranged in advance
https://www.britishairways.com/en-gb...weight-baggage
https://www.britishairways.com/en-gb...weight-baggage
Jul 12, 2018, 6:57 am
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I bought computer server equipment and put it in a suitcase to transport as it was cheaper than a courier and split it between bags to comply with the weight limits, If it comes in a box you could perhaps check the box as oversize? and anything of the 3 - 5 KG over the 32 limit can be taken in case no?
Jul 12, 2018, 7:18 am
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I assume freight is expensive, I wouldn't know where to go to arrange it and I'd like to turn up with the present in hand.
The worst case option in my mind was breaking it down and checking in within my allowance, which is OK but I'm just trying to see if there was something easier possible (e.g. check-in whole, gatecheck or something I hadn't thought of).
The worst case option in my mind was breaking it down and checking in within my allowance, which is OK but I'm just trying to see if there was something easier possible (e.g. check-in whole, gatecheck or something I hadn't thought of).
Jul 12, 2018, 7:31 am
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You may not be allowed to make use of any leniency for the item since you are not the person requiring mobility aid but take a look at the following link regarding requirements for carrying mobility aids:
https://www.britishairways.com/jba/b...tanceinfo.html
Remember to deal with the battery appropriately, including potentially needing to have it packed by a specialist as dangerous goods, or potentially not being allowed to check it in at all.
https://www.britishairways.com/jba/b...tanceinfo.html
Remember to deal with the battery appropriately, including potentially needing to have it packed by a specialist as dangerous goods, or potentially not being allowed to check it in at all.
Jul 12, 2018, 7:45 am
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You may not be allowed to make use of any leniency for the item since you are not the person requiring mobility aid but take a look at the following link regarding requirements for carrying mobility aids:
https://www.britishairways.com/jba/b...tanceinfo.html
Remember to deal with the battery appropriately, including potentially needing to have it packed by a specialist as dangerous goods, or potentially not being allowed to check it in at all.
https://www.britishairways.com/jba/b...tanceinfo.html
Remember to deal with the battery appropriately, including potentially needing to have it packed by a specialist as dangerous goods, or potentially not being allowed to check it in at all.
Jul 12, 2018, 8:44 am
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I would very seriously look at using a courier company/freight forwarder, not least because you will be permanently exporting (from the UK) and then importing (into India) something that is clearly of considerable value - irrespective of whether or not it's a gift.
You potentially will need to carry the right paperwork, and make two declarations. That is by no means straightforward and you should probably take expert advice. I can tell you, from nearly once having to hand deliver some commercial goods with a UK origin to the US, that there are a great many barriers that most of us would never, ever consider but if not followed could lead to long delays in customs at best and possibly fines/confiscation at worse.
You potentially will need to carry the right paperwork, and make two declarations. That is by no means straightforward and you should probably take expert advice. I can tell you, from nearly once having to hand deliver some commercial goods with a UK origin to the US, that there are a great many barriers that most of us would never, ever consider but if not followed could lead to long delays in customs at best and possibly fines/confiscation at worse.
Jul 12, 2018, 9:28 am
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FWIW, I found this link with a bit more info https://www.britishairways.com/en-gb/information/disability-assistance/assistance-available
Seems up to 300 Wh battery is OK in cabin and I believe I'm looking at 2x 12V 12 Ah batteries, which I make to be 288 Wh (?).
Jul 12, 2018, 9:36 am
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you need to find what type you have and contact ba to inform them.
i wouldnt necessary worry about your style going through the airport many people use or need a mobil scooter.
https://www.morethanmobility.com/archives/2487.html
i wouldnt necessary worry about your style going through the airport many people use or need a mobil scooter.
https://www.morethanmobility.com/archives/2487.html