Broken Arm

[maisy]

My Father in law has broken his arm today and has a cast on ,he flies to Florida on Saturday ,will there be any problems with flights or visit to theme parks

many thanks

[Katys Grandad]

Can't help on the parks but there shouldn't be a flight problem unless he's in an exit row seat in which case they'll move him.

I'm sure he's done it already but your insurers need to be told.

[Lesley S]

He should ask the doctor if it is alright to fly. They may change it to an open cast!

[Madabouttigger]

When I sprained my ankle I had to have a letter from the GP stating I was "fit to fly", may be worth checking with the airline? Diane.

[carolmc]

Check with the insurers first - I've flown to Florida with an open/split cast on my leg...no problems at all

[Gerry Reed]

I think if the plaster is less than a week old the airline will insist on it being spilt as there is a danger of swelling during the flight. As already said you do need to check with the airline and Doctor and also carry a 'fit to fly' letter.

Sue