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การบินไทย | สตรีมีครรภ์

– สตรีมีครรภ์ที่ไม่มีปัญหาสุขภาพ สามารถเดินทางโดยเครื่องบินได้ แต่ไม่ควรเดินทางโดยเครื่องบินบ่อยๆ ในระยะแรกของการตั้งครรภ์เนื่องจากออกซิเจนบนเครื่องเบาบางกว่าอาจเป็นอัตรายต่อทารกในครรภ์ได้ ข้อบังคับสำหรับสตรีมีครรภ์ของสายการบินมีดังนี้
1. อายุครรภ์เกิน 28 อาทิตย์ต้องมีใบรับรองแพทย์บอกกำหนดการคลอด และรับรองความปลอดภัยในการเดินทาง
2. การตั้งครรภ์ปกติและไม่ใช่ครรภ์แฝดสามารถเดินทางได้จนถึงอายุครรภ์ 36 อาทิตย์ ถ้าระยะเวลาบินไม่เกิน 4 ชั่วโมง และอายุครรภ์ 34 อาทิตย์ ถ้าระยะการบินเกิน 4 ชั่วโมง ทั้งนี้ต้องมีใบแพทย์ชี้แจงวันคลอดและรับรองความปลอดภัยของการเดินทาง
3. ครรภ์แฝด หรือครรภ์ที่มีปัญหา เช่น รกเกาะต่ำ มีประวัติคลอดก่อนกำหนด เป็นต้น ไม่สมควรเดินทางไกลโดยเครื่องบิน ยกเว้นมีการขอผ่าน MEDIF และได้รับอนุมัติการเดินทาง
4. อายุครรภ์เกิน 36 อาทิตย์จะไม่ได้รับการอนุมัติให้ขึ้นเครื่อง

Thai Airways | Conditions are contra-indicated for air travel :

• Pregnant women : non complicated pregnancy is accepted on board; the conditions depend on the airlines to prevent premature labor on board; caution should be exercised about frequent flying during early weeks because of hypoxia. The conditions for pregnant women are as follows :
1. Pregnancy more than 28 weeks must have a medical certificate confirming the date of delivery and conditions of pregnancy

2. Single pregnancy can travel until 36th week for the flight less than 4 hours and 34th weeks for the flight more than 4 hours. The medical certificate with estimate date of delivery and confirmation of a normal pregnancy is needed. 3. Multiple or complicated pregnancy (placenta previa, past history of premature delivery etc.) are relatively contra-indicated for travelling long distance by air, the medical approval from the company is absolutely needed. 4. Pregnancy more than 36 weeks is an absolute contra-indication for travelling by air.

Singapore Airlines | Expectant mothers

Cathy Pacific | Pregnant Women

It is generally safe to fly while pregnant. However, we advise all pregnant passengers to consult their treating doctor or midwife before planning a trip. It is recommended that all pregnant passengers carry documentation stating the expected date of delivery whilst travelling.

28 weeks:
For all pregnancies after 28 weeks (i.e. after 27 weeks + 6 days from Date of Last Menstrual Period), a medical certificate, dated within 10 days of the initial outbound travel date, is required, stating:

• whether it is a single or multiple pregnancy
• the estimated week of pregnancy
• the expected date of delivery (EDD)
• that you are in good health and the pregnancy is progressing normally, without complications
• that you are fit to travel.

If you experience any medical complications during your travel, you would require medical clearance from our medical team prior to your return journey. (Please see below for details)

Please note that for your safety, if you choose not to carry a medical certificate, if your medical certificate is outdated or if it does not contain the information required, Cathay Pacific Airways reserves the right to deny boarding.

32 weeks:
We will accept passengers with uncomplicated multiple pregnancies up to 32 weeks (i.e. 31 weeks + 6 days).

36 weeks:
We will accept passengers with uncomplicated single pregnancies up to 36 weeks (i.e. 35 weeks + 6 days)

Complicated Pregnancies
If you experience any complications during your pregnancy you would require medical clearance from our medical team prior to travel. Please ensure you and your treating doctor complete the relevant sections of our MEDA form and submit it no later than 48 hours prior to your planned departure.

We recommend that you make sure that your health insurance / travel insurance cover pregnancy-related problems while travelling abroad. It is also recommended to check whether the medical facilities at the destination country are adequate to cope with any problems which may arise during your visit. It is wise to avoid travel to remote locations whilst pregnant.

If you require medications during your pregnancy, please ensure that you have an adequate supply for the journey. Please remember that certain medications, such as some types of malaria prophylaxis and vaccinations, cannot be used in pregnancy. If the destination country requires such prophylaxis, it may be better to postpone the journey until after your pregnancy.

Some countries place limitations on the entry of non-national pregnant women. It is advisable to check with the local consulate to confirm the country specific requirements.

Emirates Air | Travelling while pregnant

If you are pregnant and plan to travel once you have entered your 29th week of pregnancy, a medical certificate or letter signed by an appropriately qualified doctor or midwife is required, stating:

• the confirmation of a singleton or multiple pregnancy
• the pregnancy is progressing without complications
• the estimated date of delivery
• the date up to which you are expected to be fit to travel
• that you are in good health
• that there is no reason known to them that would prevent you from flying

Please note that if you choose not to carry a medical certificate, you may not be accepted for travel if there is any doubt about your ability to complete the journey safely.

If yours is a multiple pregnancy, no air travel is permitted after the 32nd week of gestation. For single pregnancies, travel after the 36th week of gestation will be permitted only after prior clearance is granted by the Emirates medical department. A medical information form (MEDIF) will need to be submitted for clearance purposes.

Thought should be given to whether the medical facilities at your destination country are adequate to cope with any problems which may arise. Sufficient travel insurance is strongly recommended in case of preterm labour abroad. It is wise to avoid travelling to remote locations whilst pregnant.

Some countries restrict or limit entry of non-national pregnant women. We recommend that you consult with the local consulate or embassy if in any doubt.

Heavy lifting during pregnancy should be avoided, so take care with your baggage.

Example: Fit to fly certificate (click here)

Japan Airlines | Pregnant women

As pregnancy is not an illness, air travel does not usually present health concerns for pregnant women. However, we recommend careful planning in consideration of your destination and schedule.

[Precautions before travel]

• Consult your physician in advance to see if it is safe for you to fly.
• Consult with your doctor if you have any systems such as bleeding or morning sickness, or if you have any complications including threatened miscarriage, anemia, or toxemia of pregnancy during pregnancy.
• Reduce stress as much as possible.
• The best time to travel during pregnancy is the stable period between 12 and 28 weeks.

[Cases when a medical certificate are required for international routes]
(Medical certificates are always available here)

• When the expected delivery date is in 4 weeks or less (36th week of pregnancy or after)
  • * When the due date is in 14 days or less, an obstetrician must accompany the expectant mother.
  • * The number of infant is restricted to one, and he or she needs to have his or her own confirmed seat. Also a child seat needs to be used for infants’ safety.
• When the due date is not certain.
• When multiple births may be expected
• When there were previous premature births.

[Medical certificates]

• The doctor responsible must fill in the due date, whether or not it is safe for the woman to fly, and any special precautions that should be taken during travel.
• Medical certificates must be completed 7 days or less before departure.
  * Click here to download the Medical Information Form (MEDIF) and examples of filled in forms.

[Seat Selection]

• Due to the possible physical burden that may occur to pregnant passengers when supports are needed during an emergency evacuation, all the pregnant passengers are required to reserve a Non- Emergency Exit row seats.

[Precautions during travel]

• An aisle seat is recommended for easy access to the lavatories.
• Perform leg exercises during long flights.
• Fasten the seatbelt over a blanket so that pressure is not applied directly to the uterus.

Qantas | Pregnancy

Flights 4 hours duration or greater

For routine pregnancies, you can travel up to the end of the 36th week for single pregnancies and the end of the 32nd week for multiple pregnancies (e.g. twins).

Medical clearance is required if you are having complications with your pregnancy (that is, if the pregnancy is not routine).

Flights less than 4 hours duration

For routine pregnancies, you can travel up to the end of the 40th week for single pregnancies and the end of the 36th week for multiple pregnancies.

Medical clearance is required if you are having complications with your pregnancy and it is not a routine pregnancy.

Medical Certification

After 28 weeks, you need to carry a certificate or letter from a registered medical practitioner or registered midwife confirming:

• the estimated date of delivery;
• whether it is a single or multiple pregnancy;
• that the pregnancy is a routine pregnancy and that there are no complications with the pregnancy.

The certificate or letter must be available on request and be carried with you at the airport and during the flight in your cabin baggage.

Medical Clearance

Medical clearance is required if the pregnancy is not routine and you are experiencing any complications with your pregnancy.

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