The wellbeing of our passengers is central to everything we do. We recognize that traveling during pregnancy requires extra care and reassurance, which is why we have established clear guidelines for expectant mothers, aligned with internationally recognized aviation and medical standards.
These guidelines are intended to support informed travel decisions and enable our teams to provide attentive care before and during the flight, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and seamless travel experience.
It’s important that you’re safe and comfortable on your journey. If you have a health medical condition or you need assistance to travel, you may need to complete a MEDIF Form.
If you have a medical condition such as diabetes, asthma, heart disease, epilepsy, or other chronic disease, see your doctor at least four to six weeks before you travel.
Ask your doctor for a letter describing any medical conditions you have and the usual treatments, including specific medications and dosages.
Make sure you have enough medication for your journey and carry it in your cabin baggage. You also need to check whether your medication isn’t prohibited in your destination and whether you need special authorization.
We’re not able to keep your medication cool, so make sure you bring a cool bag or vacuum flask if you need to.
Keep your immunizations up to date and carry your immunization card with you.
Mobility Assistance: we provide ambulifts and lifting devices for passengers with reduced mobility in select cities only; however, manual lifting may be necessary as an alternative where such services are unavailable.
It’s always good to travel prepared. Here’s a checklist of some medical items you might need depending on where you’re flying and things to remember to carry on your travels. You can also bring a readymade kit from the pharmacy.
Important Information
The MEDIF should be completed based on the passenger's condition within one week from the planned date of travel, submitted to the medical team for assessment and approval not less than 72 hours prior to departure.
Rwandair Medical Services might request further information or clarification before approving your MEDIF. You should also let us know immediately about any change in the passenger’s condition PRIOR to departure.
Medication Storage: In-flight refrigeration is unavailable for temperature-sensitive medications. We encourage passengers to bring their own portable ice packs to maintain the required storage conditions throughout the journey.
Medical clearance shall be required by passengers who appear to have a communicable disease or condition that could pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others on the flight.
Passengers travelling with the following conditions should complete a MEDIF when making a booking
There are two main factors we consider when assessing a patient’s fitness for air travel:
Conditions usually considered unacceptable for air travel
Rwandair medical department will assess and evaluate the information provided on MEDIF filled by the attended doctor and take into account whether the passenger must be approved or not However, as a general guide the following conditions are usually considered unacceptable for air travel:
Note
Any medical condition that would render a passenger unable to complete the flight safely, without requiring extraordinary medical assistance during the flight, is considered unacceptable for air travel.
Medical Clearance (MEDIF): Both passengers who are sick (unwell) and pregnant mothers beyond 27 weeks gestation are required to submit a completed Medical Information Form (MEDIF), which consolidates all necessary health data. This will prevent delays and the submission of varied, incomplete, or non-standard medical documents.
Rwandair medical department will assess and evaluate the information provided on MEDIF filled by the attended doctor and take into account whether the passenger must be approved or not However, as a general guide the following conditions are usually considered unacceptable for air travel:
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In most cases, it's safe to fly during pregnancy, but it's advisable to consult your healthcare provider before making travel plans.
Yes, you can travel with a medical condition, but it's essential to consult your healthcare provider first and ensure you have necessary medications and medical documentation.
Some countries have strict rules regarding carrying medications. Check the regulations of your departure and destination countries and carry necessary documentation.
Contact the airline in advance to inquire about their medical clearance process. You'll likely need to provide medical documentation and possibly undergo an assessment.
Consider speaking with a mental health professional for coping strategies or medications. Some airlines also offer programs or services for nervous flyers.
Rules regarding service animals and emotional support animals vary by airline and destination. Check with the airline for their policies and any required documentation.
