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TravelScoot U.S. airline guide

Mobility scooter policies by airline

Compare advance-notice, check-in, battery, and handling information before your flight.

This page organizes the airlines’ policy information into an easier overview. Use the links in each section to read the complete policy wording and confirm current arrangements with the airline operating your flight.

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TSA security guidance

TSA handles security screening. The airline decides how the TravelScoot and its battery will be accepted and transported.

ScooterThe mobility device is permitted through the security checkpoint and is transported as checked equipment rather than carried into the aircraft cabin.
Removable lithium batteryRemove it, protect the terminals from short circuit, protect the battery from damage, and carry it in the cabin. Tell the airline where the battery is located.
Plan aheadTSA advises contacting the airline because advance arrangements and additional check-in time may be necessary. The TSA officer makes the final checkpoint decision.

Airline summary

Delta Air Lines

Delta accepts personal electric scooters and asks travelers to share mobility-device details in advance.

Advance noticeNotify Delta at least 48 hours ahead when possible. Notice is required for a battery-powered device on aircraft with 60 seats or fewer.
Airport timingCheck in at the ticket counter at least one hour before departure when checking battery-powered equipment.
BatteryTerminals must be protected; the battery must meet UN 38.3. Delta states one spare under 300 Wh or two spares under 160 Wh each.
What to bringComplete Delta’s Mobility Device Handling Form and attach it securely to the scooter.

Airline summary

United Airlines

United accepts wheelchairs and scooters in addition to the checked-baggage allowance without an assistive-device fee.

Advance noticeFor powered devices on aircraft with 60 seats or fewer, United requires 48 hours’ notice.
Airport timingArrive one hour earlier than the airport’s published check-in processing time when traveling with a powered device.
BatteryFor a collapsible device, remove the lithium battery. It cannot exceed 300 Wh. One spare up to 300 Wh or two up to 160 Wh each must be carried onboard and protected.
What to bringAttach written handling instructions or United’s wheelchair information card and keep a second copy.

If damage occurs: File a report at the airport immediately. United’s listed reporting windows can be short, particularly for domestic travel.

Airline summary

American Airlines

American provides preboarding and airport assistance and accepts non-collapsible or battery-powered scooters at the ticket counter or departure gate.

Advance noticeAdd special assistance while booking or managing the trip. Contact the operating airline separately for codeshare flights.
Airport timingPlan to be at the departure gate one hour before scheduled departure and obtain a gate-delivery tag.
BatteryContact Special Assistance to confirm that the battery type is accepted and review American’s current battery restrictions.
What to bringLabel the scooter, record identifying information and existing wear, and attach safe-handling instructions.

Airline summary

Southwest Airlines

Southwest accepts battery-powered mobility aids used by customers with disabilities and requires a clear way to prevent accidental activation.

Advance noticeNotice is not normally required, but adding Special Assistance to the reservation helps Southwest prepare.
Airport timingFollow Southwest’s recommended arrival time. The airline may ask for the powered device as early as one hour before departure.
BatteryA removable battery must be carried onboard with terminals protected. Limit: one battery up to 300 Wh; if the device uses two, each is limited to 160 Wh. The same limits apply to spares.
What to bringThe battery label must be legible and in English. Complete Southwest’s optional Mobility Aid Information Form.

Airline summary

Allegiant Air

Allegiant checks battery-powered mobility devices at the ticket counter or gate without an additional charge.

AcceptanceThe device must fit in the aircraft cargo compartment and comply with federal hazardous-material rules.
BatteryAllegiant may require the battery to be removed and packaged separately. Review its Restricted Articles guidance before traveling.
Recommended actionContact Allegiant before departure with the scooter dimensions, battery chemistry, watt-hour rating, and removal instructions.

Airline summary

Alaska Airlines

Alaska accepts certain battery-powered mobility aids and asks travelers to make accessible-service arrangements as early as possible.

Advance noticeRequest services during booking or call Alaska’s accessible-services line as early as possible.
Airport timingArrive and check in at least two hours before departure; be available to board at least 45 minutes before departure with a powered scooter.
BatteryAlaska’s posted wording requires an easily removable lithium battery carried onboard. Limit: one up to 300 Wh, or two up to 160 Wh each. The label must be legible and in English.
What to bringComplete Alaska’s Wheelchair Information Form and provide clear power-disconnection and handling instructions.

Important Alaska distinction: Its published summary says mobility aids with a battery that cannot be easily removed, or with a battery exceeding 300 Wh, will not be accepted. Confirm the exact battery before booking.

Airline summary

Hawaiian Airlines

Hawaiian recommends advance notice and additional airport time when traveling with a personal mobility device.

Advance noticeContact Hawaiian Reservations at least 48 hours before departure.
Airport timingAllow as much as one additional hour beyond Hawaiian’s normal recommended check-in time.
BatteryHawaiian’s stated limit is 300 Wh for an installed removable lithium battery and 100 Wh if non-removable. Spares: one up to 300 Wh or two up to 160 Wh each, individually protected.
What to bringComplete Hawaiian’s Wheelchair Description Form and have it ready at check-in.

Before every flight

Your final TravelScoot checklist

1. Confirm the policy with the operating airline.
2. Carry battery specifications and UN38.3 documentation.
3. Protect each removed battery and carry it onboard.
4. Photograph or record the scooter before boarding.

U.S. Policies