Flying with a powerchair used to mean leaving it behind at the gate, but every chair in this collection offers a sub-300Wh battery option that most UK and international airlines will accept in the hold. Batteries are removable, the chairs fold compactly, and you can still choose your seat width and colour options where applicable. Whether you're planning a cruise, a European break or a longer holiday, there's a folding powerchair here built around the journey. Configured and tested in the UK before dispatch, every order includes free UK delivery, eligible VAT relief and a 30-day home trial.

Most airlines operating to and from the UK follow IATA guidance on lithium batteries in mobility aids, which sets a limit of 300Wh for a single battery carried in the cabin. Wh is simply volts multiplied by amp-hours — a typical 24V 12Ah battery works out at 288Wh, which sits safely inside the limit. Two batteries up to 160Wh each are often permitted as spares, but policies vary by airline. Always contact the airline at least 48 hours before flying to declare the battery, provide the watt-hour rating, and confirm their specific requirements. Some airlines ask for a datasheet or manufacturer's letter, which our UK team can supply. Every chair in this collection has a compliant battery option available at configuration.

Preparation starts at home a day or two before you travel. Charge the battery fully, then remove it and pack it separately in its original box, cushioned with clothing. The chair itself travels in the hold, so fold it compactly and secure any loose parts — armrests, joystick, footplate — with the clips or straps supplied. Labelling helps: a luggage tag on the frame with your name, UK mobile number and hotel address reduces the chance of a mix-up. At check-in, declare the battery and show the watt-hour rating on the casing. Keep your user manual and any datasheet in your hand luggage. Our UK team can provide a printable airline information pack if you let us know which flight you're taking.

Cruise lines generally accept electric wheelchairs without the 300Wh battery restriction that applies to flights, because the chair travels with you onto the ship rather than in aircraft cargo. That said, most cruise lines require advance notification, accessible cabin booking, and a chair that fits through standard cabin doors. A folded chair width under 60cm suits most standard cabins; wider chairs may need an accessible cabin. Charging is done from a standard UK three-pin or European socket in the cabin, using the adapter supplied with your chair. Lifts on larger ships handle a fully assembled chair without trouble. Our UK team is happy to confirm cabin door widths and charging arrangements with the cruise line before you book.