12 Things Seniors Should NEVER Do Before Boarding a Flight

✈️ Flying after 60 comes with real risks most travelers never hear about until it's too late. In this video, I break down 12 things seniors should NEVER do before boarding a flight — mistakes involving medications, mobility assistance, medical devices, seating, hydration, and one federal rule almost nobody knows exists: the Complaint Resolution Official. ⚠️ These aren't guesses. I spent weeks going through Department of Transportation filings, FAA guidance, and interviews with flight attendants and gate agents who see these mistakes happen every single day. Each mistake comes with a real cost — money, time, or physical discomfort — and an exact phrase you can use to fix it on the spot. 👉 Whether you're flying yourself, traveling with an elderly parent, or just planning ahead, this list could save you a missed flight, a painful delay, or an unnecessary medical scare at 35,000 feet. 🩺 - Never pack essential medication in checked luggage ♿ - Always request mobility assistance, even if you can walk 📄 - Carry FAA paperwork for oxygen or medical devices 💺 - Book aisle seating if you have any mobility limitation 💧 - Never avoid water out of bathroom anxiety 🚨 - Know how to invoke a Complaint Resolution Official #SeniorTravel #FlyingAfter60 #AirlineTips #AirportMistakes #TravelForSeniors #FlightTips ⏱ Chapters: 0:00 👋 Intro 1:11 🧳 Packing and Medication Traps 2:24 ♿ Mobility and Boarding Rights 5:41 🩺 Medical Device Paperwork 7:57 💺 Seating and Comfort Choices 9:06 💧 Hydration and Health Prep 12:29 📞 Deadlines You Can't Miss 13:46 🚨 The Complaint Resolution Official