[nabs-l] First-time flyer, and I'm looking for advice

Nimer Jaber nimerjaber1 at gmail.com
Tue Mar 22 00:47:27 UTC 2011


Hey man,

Don't worry about it too much. I would carry on as much as possible
just because I have no patience for baggage claim. I would also make
use of an assistant. I would raise hell till they bring you one
because they're slow. I never call ahead because when I do they still
have to call one when I get there anyway, so I end up spending the
same amount of time waiting. And I don't allow them to force me into a
wheelchair. Make sure that you advocate for yourself, and you'll be
fine. Oh, and don't allow them to force you to sit in a particular
seat just because you're blind. Let them seat you in the seat that is
on your ticket unless it's an emergency exit. Other than that, you'll
be good. If you have any more questions, feel free to contact me on
facebook or through email, or eel free to call me as well.

Thanks
Nimer J

On 21/03/2011, christopher meyer <christopher.meyer007 at gmail.com> wrote:
> Hey folks, my name's Christopher Meyer. I've been following the
> message threads on the NABS list for, what, five or six months? This
> is my first time getting my name out to you all. I would rather have
> done so with just a "nice to meet you" post about myself, but a
> pressing matter takes priority for me.
>
> I'm eighteen, blind, learning self-confidence, embracing the use of my
> cane, getting ready for college in the fall, and the prep program at
> Blind, Inc. in Miniapolis over the summer.
>
> That's all background information to explain that I'm becoming more
> acceptant of what I can see--or really what I can't see.
>
> In two weeks, I'll be facing a good test of this "new-found
> confidence" as I've seen some of the NFB centers say they provide. I'm
> going to be flying by myself for the first time through Indianapolis
> International, Chicago Midway, and Newark Airport. I found the TSA's
> travel information and tips for "persons with disabilities and medical
> issues," which were helpful and reassuring for the security checkpoint
> process. I've contacted my airline support, told them I'll be flying
> in two weeks and will need an assistant. And I know that I can take my
> cane along without it counting as a cary-on piece or personal item.
>
> Other than that, what do I need to know and prepare for? I've flown
> before a few years back and just vaguely remember the general airport
> layout. I do mean vaguely, so I'm anxious not knowing what to expect
> on that front. Any tips or information worth sharing?
>
> I'll be clear: I'm naturally pretty good at improvising. What I don't
> know right now I'll figure out soon enough--maybe while I'm en route
> to my first gate, maybe in Midway for my transfer and layover, maybe
> in Newark at baggage pickup. Who knows. But I'm also the kind of
> person who wants to be prepared for a challenge and hit it head-on,
> but prepared nonetheless.
> Eager to hear back all the same.
>
>
> Christopher
>
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