Table 3b Suggested Tips for Travelling by Plane (additions for upper limb)

- Handle luggage, carry-on, passport, boarding card, wallet

- Be ready for security (e.g., take off jacket/shoes, take out laptop/devices)

- Choose a seat with the prosthetic away from the aisle so meals and drinks can be received more easily. Others may prefer the prosthetic near the aisle for more space.

- Check if the armrest can be lowered/removed.

- The armrest may be needed for support to get up.

- Choice of a window seat on the side of the residual limb or the prosthetic side as per preference (space, comfort).

- Carry-on bag vs. backpack?

- For powered bionic limbs:

 o The Bluetooth connection must be switched off during flights whenever mobile phones must be switched off or in flight mode [48].

 o Proximity to sources of strong magnetic or electrical interference, such as theft prevention systems (e.g., airport shops) or metal detectors (e.g., airport security) may cause electromagnetic interference, potentially leading to injury due to unexpected behaviour of the prosthesis system [49].