What things can stop you from flying?

Who should not travel by air? Diseases that prevent you from boarding a plane
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • A recent stroke.
  • Infectious diseases, such as chickenpox, influenza or even COVID-19.
  • A recent surgery.
  • A pregnancy of over 28 weeks.
  • Angina (chest pain at rest)




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Unfortunately, some medical or health issues may cause you to fail the extensive medical examinations required to become a pilot. This includes certain heart diseases, conditions such as epilepsy, poor hearing, bad vision, and even common allergies, as certain allergy medications can make you drowsy.

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Airlines reserve the right to waive off any applicable penalties at their discretion. If you would like to cancel your flight due to medical reasons, please contact the airline directly with a copy of your medical certificate requesting them to waive any applicable cancellation fees.

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If your blood pressure is higher than 120 over 80, seek medical advice before you travel.

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Trip Cancellation The unexpected death, illness, or injury of you and/or a traveling companion that deems you unfit to travel, by order of a licensed physician.

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What is not allowed on a plane in carry on baggage: the short version
  • Liquids over 3.4 ounces (100ml) or liquids that do not fit in your one permitted liquids bag.
  • Sharp objects.
  • Flammable liquids or other flammable items.
  • Guns.
  • Weapons.
  • Self defense items.
  • Safety razors or straight razors.
  • Swords.


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Stick deodorant is fine in any size. Well, almost any size… Powders and crystals are good to go as well. Spray, Gel, Liquid, Cream, Pastes, and Roll-On deodorants need to be in containers no larger than 3.4 ounces and placed in a clear quart-sized baggie.

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Items subject to the 3-1-1 rule include liquid and aerosol deodorant, cologne, perfume, shampoo, conditioner, dry shampoo, lotion, sunscreen and toothpaste. Outside of your clear quart-sized bag, you can pack your solid deodorant, toothbrush (manual and electronic), tweezers and mirrors.

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Airlines are not required to conduct criminal background checks on all passengers. Airlines lack police authority. If a screening is conducted, it is done at the direction of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). It will rely on the TSA's identity identification and risk assessment.

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Due to the risks to flight safety posed by ADHD, regulatory authorities worldwide consider ADHD a disqualifying condition for pilots.

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The most common reason is being “bumped” due to an overbooked flight, but there are other reasons you may be denied boarding, as well. This information is important for deciding if the airline is at fault if you decide to file a claim. Request an alternate flight to your destination.

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Most airlines have their own medical clearance and fitness-to-fly forms, which must be filed well in advance of the flight and finalized at least 48 hours prior to departure. The following conditions may require preflight clearance: recent illness, hospitalization, injury or surgery. existing unstable medical condition.

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Most airlines have their own medical clearance and fitness-to-fly forms, which must be filed well in advance of the flight and finalized at least 48 hours prior to departure. The following conditions may require preflight clearance: recent illness, hospitalization, injury or surgery. existing unstable medical condition.

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If suffering from a sinus infection while flying, you may experience severe sinus pressure and pain. We recommend avoiding air travel when possible if you have a sinus infection. By treating the root cause of your sinus pressure and pain, you can avoid a lifetime of painful flights.

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