Me and my babys Dad are going to cancoon,mexico next month. We made the plans before I got pregnant
2006-06-15 04:30:55 · 29 answers · asked by Kristy L 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Yes.
Aircraft are the second safest way to travel long distances after railway trains. The per-trip safety of aircraft is somewhat safer than cars, but over the long distances that aircraft can cover they are much safer.
Statistics show that the risk of an air accident is very small - at least in airliners. An accident while driving to the airport in a car is more likely than an accident during the flight. Many people have a fear of flying because the risk of death in the event of an aircraft accident is extremely high. Furthermore, car crashes rarely feature outside local news whereas air crashes are reported internationally, making the risk seem greater.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airplane#Safety
2006-06-15 04:31:32 · answer #1 · answered by Drofsned 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The NHS advises that women who are having uncomplicated pregnancies can travel, but there is a heightened risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and you should check with your doctor before going.
It is best not to fly before 12 weeks or after 28 weeks. After that, when the risk of going into labour increases, the airline will require a letter from your GP stating that you are fit to travel and confirming your estimated due date. Each airline has its own set of rules, so it's important you tell the booking agent that you are pregnant and check that you may still fly. If you are booking online, check the airline's website.
2006-06-15 04:43:26 · answer #2 · answered by Tesla 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most airlines have policies regarding pregnancy and air travel. Check with your airline. Usually the restrictions are for the third trimester. The link below has many airlines listed with links and phone numbers.
Also, check with your doctor first to make sure you and the baby are healthy enough to travel - Especially to Mexico.
2006-06-15 04:44:11 · answer #3 · answered by account_for_yourself 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Planes are the safest form of transportation. One thing to note about planes: Boeing builds their planes with manual backups for the controls. This means that if the electrical controls fail, hydrolic backups can be used. From what I understand Airbus planes do not use this backup.
2006-06-15 04:36:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
One more thing that no one has mentioned...we are all assuming that you have a normal, routine pregnancy with no complications (no high blood pressure, or pregnancy-induced diabetes, etc.) That puts the question in a whole other perspective. But yes, with a normal pregnancy you should be able to fly up to your last 30 days, but it never hurts to ask your OB.
2006-06-15 04:36:03 · answer #5 · answered by Ashley F 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know, because I am terrified of them. If your car has a problem and breaks down, you can pull over to the side of the road and call a tow truck, and a friend to come pick you up. If your plane has a problem, you will fall out of the sky and die.
2006-06-15 04:34:58 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes for the most part I think that it is safe to get on a plan. But take something with you to distract you from the anxiety of riding.
2006-06-15 04:34:27 · answer #7 · answered by jadah 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey Gal, I am a pilot..
It is safer to go from Miami, Florida to Seattle, Washington in a single engine airplane than it is to get into your car and drive six blocks....
YES, Go and have a good time.
2006-06-15 04:34:56 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is it safe to go in a car? You know how many THOUSANDS MORE people are killed in cars than planes? You're chances of being in a plane wreck are astronomically small. Chances of being in a car wreck are not too bad.
2006-06-15 04:34:40 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not all the times.
2006-06-15 04:32:43 · answer #10 · answered by Stewie Griffin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋