Before You Fly

Plan your trip well in advance. Planning well in advance will allow you time to negotiate accommodations with the airline. Do not travel on airlines that do not respond to your needs.In addition, obtain proper documentation, such as a letter from your physician and a written prescription for your medication to take with you.

Choose the first flight available in the morning. Airplanes are sometimes cleaned at the end of each day. Flying early in the morning decreases the chance that the seats will contain food crumbs or residue.

Reconfirm at every opportunity! No matter which airline you choose, it is crucial that you reconfirm your request (e.g., buffer zone, announcement, non-peanut snack) numerous times before you travel. You should reconfirm with:

  • the reservations agent or travel agent who helped book your flight;
  • the gate agent;
  • other key personnel, such as the airline catering or food service department; and
  • the flight attendants on board the aircraft.

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