Traveling when you have trouble moving around should be safe, feel good, and not be hard for you. The Aer Lingus Wheelchair Assistance is made to help people. They get support with getting through the airport, getting on the plane, and making it to where they are going without trouble.

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What Is Aer Lingus Wheelchair Assistance?

Aer Lingus is there to help passengers who use wheelchairs or need help moving around. The airline can give support at all the main parts of air travel. This means you will get help when you get to check-in, go through security, board the plane, and when you get to where you land.

Aer Lingus says that help can be given for things like:

• Moving through the airport

• Checking in people, bags, and devices that help people move

• Getting to the plane

• Boarding and finding your seat on the plane

• Getting off the plane after it lands

• Getting your bags and leaving the airport

You can use this for both when you leave and when you get to the airport. It is for people who can get it.

How to Request Wheelchair Assistance

To make things go well, Aer Lingus asks that passengers ask for help before their trip. This way, things can be set up right for you in advance.

⏰ Advance Notice Requirement

• You should ask for help at least 48 hours before you go.

• You can make these requests online or by talking with customer support.

📞 Last-Minute Requests

• If people want to travel in the next few days, they may have to call the airline right away.

• Help will depend on if it is available at the last minute.

It is a good idea to book early. This will help make sure there are good plans at the airports.

Types of Mobility Assistance Available

Aer Lingus gives different types of help based on what the passenger needs:

♿ Airport Wheelchair Support

• Get full wheelchair help from check-in to getting on the plane.

• Get help moving between gates and airport terminals.

• Get help with your bags.

✈️ Boarding Assistance

• Get help with early boarding.

• Get help moving from a wheelchair to your seat.

• Use an onboard wheelchair in the walkway when it is there.

🛬 Arrival Assistance

• Help people get off the plane

• Go with them through airport arrivals

• Help collect checked bags and any mobility devices

Important Rules for Wheelchair Travelers

To keep everyone safe and comfortable, Aer Lingus has some important rules:

🪑 Ability to Sit Upright

• Passengers need to sit straight up in a normal airplane seat.

• Cabin crew help with getting on the plane, but they do not give care for your own needs during the flight.

🚻 Personal Care Responsibility

• Assistance does not include in-flight help with things like:

  • Eating

  • Medicine

  • Going to the bathroom

👩‍✈️ Safety Requirements

People may have to travel with someone if they cannot do these things:

• Take off seatbelts

• Let someone know safety needs

• Get to emergency exits

• Put on oxygen masks by themselves

Traveling With Mobility Devices

Aer Lingus also helps people who travel with wheelchairs and other equipment to move.

• You can bring up to two mobility devices for free

• Wheelchairs that use power must be checked in and kept in the hold of the plane

• Please let us know ahead of time if you have big or heavy devices (over 120kg)

Aircraft in the Airbus fleet have wheelchairs on board. These wheelchairs help people move around inside the cabin.

Helpful Tips for a Smooth Experience

• Ask for help at least 48 hours before you leave.

• Get to the airport early for an easy check-in.

• Put your name and contact details clearly on your mobility gear.

• Tell the airline before your trip if you need special seating.

• Bring any papers about your medical or mobility needs if you have to.

Final Thoughts

The Aer Lingus Wheelchair Assistance program helps make flying easier and better for people who have trouble moving. The airline offers help at the airport, while boarding, and when you get to your stop. There will be support during the whole trip.