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DOT Holds Public Forum on New Rule Requiring Airlines to Accept Carry-On Portable Oxygen Concentrators Aboard Flights
WASHINGTON, DC – The US Department of Transportation held a public forum Tuesday, June 3, on its new rule requiring airlines to accept portable oxygen concentrators carried aboard by passengers.
The rule takes effect May 13, 2009. Currently, airlines themselves make the choice whether or not they will allow portable oxygen concentrators to be carried aboard the plane. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reports that 50 airlines are now allowing portable oxygen concentrators.
