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HomeHelp CenterCan I have medical oxygen in my carryon or checked baggage?

Can I have medical oxygen in my carryon or checked baggage?

Accessible Travel AssistanceFlying with oxygen

No, we’re not equipped to transport or provide medical oxygen or other hazardous materials and/or contained gas as carryon, cargo, or checked baggage.   

Compressed air cylinders may be transported (either checked or as carryon) if the cylinders are completely empty. You must remove the valve stem to transport a compressed air cylinder.   

Liquid oxygen cannot be carried onboard. If a liquid oxygen unit is empty (and contains a gauge or color indicator verifying it), it can be transported if the valve remains open.  

If there is a question as to a Customer's ability to complete travel without the use of medical oxygen, we may request current documentation from a licensed physician to verify that the Customer can complete the flight safely without the use of medical oxygen.  

 

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