All US airlines will allow you to use your CPAP machine during flight because it is a medical device. You should call the airline at least 48 hours in advance and ask for their official policies if you're flying internationally.
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) doesn't allow airlines to count CPAP machines as carry-ons, so if it's packed in its own case you can bring it in addition to your regular carry-on. If you plan on using your CPAP machine during the flight, be sure to keep your bag or device nearby and accessible to your seat.
Yet, more than three-quarters of CPAP users say they use their CPAP machine at least some of the time while traveling. “It's important to pack your CPAP machine whenever you travel, since OSA must be treated continuously, just like any other medical condition.”
If the flight attendant says something about your CPAP being another carry-on, let him or her know that it's a CPAP machine, and under the Americans with Disability Act, it's not counted as an added carry-on. Also, through normal luggage handling procedures, your machine can easily be broken.
This is especially important if you are flying internationally. Only FAA-approved CPAP machines can be used on the plane so make sure to check your machine specifications before you pack. If your machine is FAA-approved, it will be clearly stated in your machine's user manual.
If distilled or filtered water is unavailable, you can consider using bottled water as an alternative. Look for bottles labeled as “distilled” or “purified” to help minimize mineral content. However, keep in mind that not all bottled waters are created equal, and some may still contain minerals and additives.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) does not recognize sleep apnea as a disability. However, if you suffer from severe enough sleep apnea, you may meet eligibility standards with the other symptoms resulting from your sleep apnea. To qualify for benefits, you must meet SSD's definition of disabled.
If you don't add water or if the water in the humidifier runs out, the machine will still deliver pressurized air, but the air will not carry added moisture. Humidification itself is not essential to the effectiveness of CPAP therapy, but it can be important to addressing dryness in the nose or mouth.