Date: May 5, 2000
Joel,
Though I use a (wheel)chair, I've tried flying
solo. Invariably, I end up on a plane which
has a tiny inaccessible john after I describe my needs to a travel agent
and/or reservations person, who assures me that I can easily get inside and
use the toilet.
None of the disability travel organizations have been helpful. I'll fly
round-trip from Portland, Oregon to Nashville in a month, and I plan to book
a super-saver.
Where can I get accurate, reliable information?
Perplexed Dude
Dear Perplexed Dude,
Sadly, this issue has not been adequately addressed by the airlines. I am not
aware of any airline that offers special restroom accommodations for the
disabled traveler. Therefore, I suggest that you keep working through the
special interest groups that serve disabled travelers and help them to make
the airlines and public more aware of this plight.
All the best,
From: Perplexed Dude in a Wheelchair, aka Louis Hall
To: Penny Pincher
Subject: Domestic Airlines with Large Washrooms
Joel
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