Whether you're going by car or booking a flight. With a balance wheelchair, you can set off without worries. Goal: participate immediately on site - from the promenade to the supermarket - without hassle along the way.
By folding/removing the steering wheel, backrest, and footrest, a balance wheelchair fits in many cars. Loading and unloading is easiest with (foldable) ramp plates. In balance mode, you can control the wheelchair into the car — without sitting on it.
Tip: If you’re renting a car at your destination, bring tie-down straps/belts to secure the wheelchair tightly.
Airlines are strict with lithium-ion batteries. A standard Segway wheelchair is usually not allowed; however, as a wheelchair, there are options. Report your wheelchair in advance, provide specifications for the battery/weight, and plan extra time for check-in and oversized baggage. Traveling is easiest with a flight case or Cargo Box: the chair rides in it, stays upright, and is protected from sliding or being laid down.
Smart solution: flight case / Cargo Box
After less pleasant experiences with handling, customer Sven found peace in a Flight Case: bags and ramp plates in it, exchange at the counter, bags on the conveyor, and the balance wheelchair safely in the box. Result: less chance of damage, more control over the process. Want to fly? Contact 2KERR for rental options for the Cargo Box/Flight Case and practical guidance.
At the airport:
- Allow extra time: be there early, 3 hours is often too tight.
- Bring a backup: a foldable balance wheelchair can be handy during long layovers or as a temporary replacement in case of damage.
- Label and document: put your name/phone on the chair and keep specs (battery/weight) both digitally and printed.
Preparation
At your destination
Come by for a no-obligation test ride in our Experience Center
