Thursday, April 20, 2023

This traveler considers amputation to avoid flying with a wheelchair

Heather Bennett said her wheelchair was damaged in August and again in March, and she's not optimistic it won't happen again on her next flight.
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Thu Apr 20 2023

 
Heather Bennett's wheelchair backrest release bar after improper repairs were carried out in 2022.

Heather Bennett said her wheelchair was damaged in August and again in March, and she's not optimistic it won't happen again on her next flight.

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