Medical devices

Medical devices

In order to bring medical equipment when you travel, you’ll need to observe a few simple guidelines for our requirements on packing and usage.

Before you fly

If during your flight you wish to use a medical equipment– including Portable Oxygen Concentrator (POC), CPAP machine, respirator, or ventilator – please contact our Customer Care or your travel agent at least 48 hours in advance of your flight. Please see below for further details on procedures, restrictions, and other important information.

Medical Equipment (MEQT)

Strict regulations exist regarding the use of portable electronic devices onboard aircraft. Cathay Pacific do not provide any medical equipment (MEQT), but passengers are allowed to use their own MEQT (including respiratory assistive devices) inflight under the following situations:

  • Advance notice has been provided.
  • The passenger has been cleared as medically fit to fly (MEDA clearance) and that he/she is able to complete the flight without extraordinary medical assistance or posing a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
  • Devices can be stowed and used consistently with applicable safety and security regulations.

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