[Blindtlk] The Unfriendly Skies -- What happened?

[Hyde, David W. (ESC)]

It means along the side of the plane, against the wall. If you use a telescoping or folding cane, I have always put those in the seat pocket. I generally carry a spare in my carry-on luggage.

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From: blindtlk [mailto:blindtlk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Daniel Garcia
Sent: Wednesday, April 03, 2013 9:33 AM
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Well, I am sure a blind pilot could be instrument verified if the cokpit was accessible. I am sure there could even be a way to land the thing. 

When you say I can have my cane stored in fuselage, does that mean next to me in my seat? If these people are so concerned about safety, I feel safer with my cane at all times. My cane is like an American Express Card, I never leave home without it.

Daniel


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From: blindtlk [mailto:blindtlk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Hyde, David W. (ESC)
Sent: Wednesday, April 03, 2013 10:24 AM
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Your rights are the same as they were as a non-blind person. Airlines now have rules dealing with exit rows, and being able to see is one of those essential functions. You may not sit in an exit row. Those of us who were involved in the airline fight are happy that the airlines are no longer assigning us exit row seats. Some of us can tell stories.

You may keep your cane with you, stored along the fuselage. You may refuse help, under the ADA. On the other hand, under air travel rules, you must comply with all crew instructions. I am not a lawyer, and have no opinion as to which law controls. Rule of thumb, if you look like you know what you're doing, they will probably believe you. Get help when you need it.

They will take your cane for scanning at security. There is nothing you can do about it. Even though it is demeaning to hold someone's hand and be pulled through the detection device, you won't beat this one. One other thing that seems to get checked at security is your dignity.

Don't worry about flying as a blind person, unless, of course, you plan to fly the plane. Then, please practice.

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