{"id":24618,"date":"2025-04-20T11:39:40","date_gmt":"2025-04-20T04:39:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nksleepcenter.com\/?p=24618"},"modified":"2026-06-16T23:15:38","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T16:15:38","slug":"bring-cpap-on-airplane","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/en\/bring-cpap-on-airplane\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips to know about bringing a CPAP machine on the plane"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I have quite a number of customers asking me. If you want to bring your CPAP machine abroad by taking it on a plane what to do<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some people are worried that there will be problems when the officer asks for examination, etc. Let me tell you that it&#039;s not difficult at all because I myself use a CPAP machine regularly and have to travel by plane often. I always bring my CPAP with me every time. Over 10 years and never had a single problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It just requires a little preparation. which today I will share tips and techniques From real experience to everyone You have read it. I have compiled the following items:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"\u0e40\u0e01-\u0e1a\u0e40\u0e04\u0e23-\u0e2d\u0e07-cpap-\u0e44\u0e27-\u0e43\u0e19\u0e01\u0e23\u0e30\u0e40\u0e1b-\u0e32\u0e2a\u0e33\u0e2b\u0e23-\u0e1a\u0e2b-\u0e27\u0e02-\u0e19\u0e40\u0e04\u0e23-\u0e2d\u0e07-carry-on-luggage-\u0e40\u0e17-\u0e32\u0e19-\u0e19\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep the CPAP machine in carry-on luggage only.<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image24618_c8224c-66 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image24618_c8224c-66\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseCloseUpOpen_RGBlo.jpg\" alt=\"DreamStation Travel Kit\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-5306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseCloseUpOpen_RGBlo.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseCloseUpOpen_RGBlo-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseCloseUpOpen_RGBlo-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseCloseUpOpen_RGBlo-20x13.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseCloseUpOpen_RGBlo-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseCloseUpOpen_RGBlo-24x16.jpg 24w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseCloseUpOpen_RGBlo-510x340.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseCloseUpOpen_RGBlo-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseCloseUpOpen_RGBlo-48x32.jpg 48w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseCloseUpOpen_RGBlo-36x24.jpg 36w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">you must keep <a href=\"\/en\/what-is-cpap\/\">CPAP machine<\/a> and equipment In the bag for carrying on the plane or Carry-on luggage only, should not be loaded into the belly of the plane. because if we do not pack well There is a cloth placed to cushion firmly. When the airport staff threw our bags It may crash and cause damage to our devices and equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This has some people who contradict me that Used to put it in a big bag and load it in the belly of the plane. The machine doesn&#039;t lose anything. Still working normally This one, I would like to say that it depends on our luck. If the jackpot meets the duty of a good porter Or he packs well and survives, but if he encounters brutal legs Threw our bags hard The machine may be very shaken but may not have any symptoms today. but may go to waste or mess up in the future I think we&#039;d better not take risks.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image24618_7a28b9-47 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image24618_7a28b9-47\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseClosed4_RGBlo.jpg\" alt=\"DreamStation Travel Kit\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-5309\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseClosed4_RGBlo.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseClosed4_RGBlo-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseClosed4_RGBlo-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseClosed4_RGBlo-20x13.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseClosed4_RGBlo-48x32.jpg 48w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseClosed4_RGBlo-24x16.jpg 24w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseClosed4_RGBlo-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseClosed4_RGBlo-36x24.jpg 36w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseClosed4_RGBlo-510x340.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DS_TravelCaseClosed4_RGBlo-350x233.jpg 350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"\u0e40\u0e17\u0e19-\u0e33\u0e2d\u0e2d\u0e01\u0e08\u0e32\u0e01\u0e15-\u0e27\u0e17\u0e33\u0e04\u0e27\u0e32\u0e21\u0e0a-\u0e19-humidifier-\u0e43\u0e2b-\u0e2b\u0e21\u0e14\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Empty the water from the humidifier completely.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you normally use a CPAP machine... <a href=\"\/en\/cpap-humidifier\/\">Together with a humidifier.<\/a> Before traveling, please empty all the water from the humidifier&#039;s water tank and let it dry completely. Do not travel with water still in the humidifier&#039;s water tank, as this may cause water to enter the device and damage the circuit board and motor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Everyone who buys a machine from us We recommend that you use bottled water. To always add water to the humidifier And absolutely do not use tap water in our house (actually, if it&#039;s good, it&#039;s better to use medical distilled water or Sterile water for humidification, but it&#039;s expensive and hard to find)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if you travel to some countries where they say you can drink from tap water, such as some European countries. I still recommend using bottled water to fill the humidifier anyway. Using tap water is not recommended. Because I&#039;ve tried it and it turns out that there is still lime scale in the morning as well. but may be slightly less than when using tap water in our house<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"\u0e2b-\u0e32\u0e21\u0e43\u0e0a-\u0e07\u0e32\u0e19\u0e15-\u0e27\u0e17\u0e33\u0e04\u0e27\u0e32\u0e21\u0e0a-\u0e19-humidifier-\u0e02\u0e13\u0e30\u0e2d\u0e22-\u0e1a\u0e19\u0e40\u0e04\u0e23-\u0e2d\u0e07\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not operate the humidifier while on board.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although some machines, such as the Transcend or DreamStation, are allowed for use on airplanes, (By connecting to an AC or DC outlet on the plane and must be used only with the supplied power adapter).<strong><u>not continue<\/u><\/strong>with the humidifier is strictly prohibited. And should notify the staff on the plane in advance before every use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is because When using a CPAP machine by connecting it to a humidifier (humidifier), there is a chance that the machine will vibrate or not stay still, causing water to flow back into the CPAP machine and there is also a chance that water will spill out and mess up on the machine. can again So this point is very important, do not use a humidifier on the plane is strictly prohibited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"\/en\/cpap-humidifier\/\">Is a humidifier necessary?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"\u0e1e\u0e01\u0e40\u0e2d\u0e01\u0e2a\u0e32\u0e23\u0e17-\u0e08\u0e33\u0e40\u0e1b-\u0e19\u0e44\u0e1b\u0e14-\u0e27\u0e22\u0e17-\u0e01\u0e04\u0e23-\u0e07\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Always carry the necessary documents with you.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">on every trip abroad I always recommend bringing the following documents with you every time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"\u0e04-\u0e21-\u0e2d\u0e01\u0e32\u0e23\u0e43\u0e0a-\u0e07\u0e32\u0e19\u0e17-\u0e40\u0e1b-\u0e19\u0e20\u0e32\u0e29\u0e32\u0e2d-\u0e07\u0e01\u0e24\u0e29-english-user-manual\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">- English User Manual <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because some of you may meet the staff at the X-ray checkpoint asking what machine this is. We can show him the manual. don&#039;t have to explain much Or maybe explaining and they don&#039;t understand or don&#039;t believe it (however, the chances of being asked by the staff are very small, I&#039;ve been traveling for many years and have never met But some customers said that they had met and asked the same question) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, it should be more comfortable to carry an English manual with you every time. But do not mistakenly pick up the manual in Thai language instead. because the staff will not know what to read If you buy a CPAP machine from us, you will receive a manual in both Thai and English every time. Including you can also download from our website at any time. So don&#039;t forget to bring only the English manual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"\u0e43\u0e1a\u0e23-\u0e1a\u0e23\u0e2d\u0e07\u0e41\u0e1e\u0e17\u0e22-\u0e20\u0e32\u0e29\u0e32\u0e2d-\u0e07\u0e01\u0e24\u0e29-\u0e16-\u0e32\u0e21\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2013 Medical certificate in English (if available)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This one is recommended to be carried for peace of mind. in order to meet the officer to ask will increase credibility<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"\u0e08\u0e14\u0e2b\u0e21\u0e32\u0e22\u0e23-\u0e1a\u0e23\u0e2d\u0e07\u0e08\u0e32\u0e01-faa\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2013 Letter of certification from the FAA.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you need to use CPAP while on the plane as well Bring a certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to certify that the model of CPAP you are using. can be used safely on board while flying<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"\u0e40\u0e0a-\u0e04\u0e23\u0e30\u0e1a\u0e1a\u0e44\u0e1f\u0e1f-\u0e32\u0e02\u0e2d\u0e07\u0e1b\u0e23\u0e30\u0e40\u0e17\u0e28\u0e17-\u0e01\u0e33\u0e25-\u0e07\u0e08\u0e30\u0e44\u0e1b\u0e01-\u0e2d\u0e19\u0e17-\u0e01\u0e04\u0e23-\u0e07\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Always check the electrical system of the country that you are going first.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">need to check Because some countries use 110 Volt, some countries use 220 Volt, which most CPAP machines have a built-in transformer. Or there is already a power adapter that comes with the power cord. This allows you to plug your CPAP machine into any electrical system anywhere in the world. If your device is like this, the problem can be solved at this point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But those who are not sure It should be checked at this point first. Because some people may use old CPAP models or models that can only accept 220 Volt power. If used in a country that uses 110 Volt power, the device will not work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All CPAP machines from NK Sleepcare can be connected to electrical systems worldwide (100 \u2013 240 VAC, 50\/60 Hz) or called auto voltage, so you can be at ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"\u0e40\u0e0a-\u0e04\u0e25-\u0e01\u0e29\u0e13\u0e30\u0e40\u0e15-\u0e32\u0e23-\u0e1a\u0e02\u0e2d\u0e07\u0e1b\u0e23\u0e30\u0e40\u0e17\u0e28\u0e17-\u0e01\u0e33\u0e25-\u0e07\u0e08\u0e30\u0e44\u0e1b\u0e01-\u0e2d\u0e19\u0e17-\u0e01\u0e04\u0e23-\u0e07\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Always check the appearance of the socket of the country that you are going first.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some countries may have sockets that are different from our country. Causing you to use a plug that is compatible with their receptacle only, for example, if you travel to Singapore There they will use a British socket that has 3 holes as shown in the picture below. The plug used will have a specific feature that can only be plugged into a socket like this.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image24618_46a4f3-55 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image24618_46a4f3-55 size-full wp-image-10476\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/UK-Outlet.jpg\" alt=\"British and Singapore Power Outlet\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-10476\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/UK-Outlet.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/UK-Outlet-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/UK-Outlet-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/UK-Outlet-465x465.jpg 465w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/UK-Outlet-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/UK-Outlet-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/UK-Outlet-280x280.jpg 280w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/UK-Outlet-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/UK-Outlet-20x20.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/UK-Outlet-247x247.jpg 247w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/UK-Outlet-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/UK-Outlet-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/UK-Outlet-900x900.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/UK-Outlet-510x510.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/UK-Outlet-350x350.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/UK-Outlet-250x250.jpg 250w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption>UK power socket board and plug<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">or if in Australia or New Zealand It will look like the picture below.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image24618_6c625d-e8 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image24618_6c625d-e8 size-full wp-image-10475\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"899\" height=\"602\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/AU-OutletPlug.jpg\" alt=\"Australian and New Zealand Power Outlet\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-10475\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/AU-OutletPlug.jpg 899w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/AU-OutletPlug-597x400.jpg 597w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/AU-OutletPlug-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/AU-OutletPlug-20x13.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/AU-OutletPlug-510x342.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/AU-OutletPlug-350x234.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/AU-OutletPlug-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nksleepcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/AU-OutletPlug-600x402.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 899px) 100vw, 899px\" \/><figcaption>Australian and New Zealand three pin mains 230v power socket board and plug<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, before every trip You should first check the characteristics of the receptacle of the country you are going to. Which you can search from Google is not difficult if their sockets are not the same as Thai ones. You should also prepare a power adapter for plug conversion. in order to be able to plug into the socket of that country<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But if in case you forget to bring a plug adapter with you You don&#039;t have to be shocked. You can also buy them in your destination country, for example in a convenience store. Or in some hotels it may be sold. But it may be more expensive than buying from Thailand. Therefore, a good way, I recommend you to buy in Thailand and carry it yourself. For convenience and save money in the bag as well. I wish you all a happy journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"\u0e01\u0e32\u0e23\u0e19\u0e33\u0e41\u0e1a\u0e15\u0e40\u0e15\u0e2d\u0e23-\u0e02-\u0e19\u0e40\u0e04\u0e23-\u0e2d\u0e07\u0e1a-\u0e19\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bringing batteries on board<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In case you want to bring your CPAP machine battery (including a power bank to charge your mobile phone) with you, International Air Transport (IATA) has issued safety rules regarding the use of batteries (Power Bank). Get on the plane, stating <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Do not carry batteries in checked baggage. but can be put in hand luggage<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, please study the regulations regarding bringing medical devices and batteries on board each airline before traveling. Take a look at some examples of regulations of some airlines at the links below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"\u0e01\u0e32\u0e23\u0e1a-\u0e19\u0e44\u0e17\u0e22-thai-airways\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Thai Airways<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thaiairways.com\/th_TH\/news\/news_announcement\/news_detail\/batteries.page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Policy for bringing spare batteries on board<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"\u0e41\u0e2d\u0e23-\u0e40\u0e2d\u0e40\u0e0a-\u0e22-air-asia\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Air Asia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/newsroom.airasia.com\/news\/power-bank-restrictions-th#gsc.tab=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Guidelines regarding the use and charging of power banks on flights.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"\u0e1a\u0e32\u0e07\u0e01\u0e2d\u0e01\u0e41\u0e2d\u0e23-\u0e40\u0e27\u0e22-\u0e2a-bangkok-airways\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bangkok Airways (Bangkok Airways)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bangkokair.com\/tha\/special-baggage\/CPAP-POC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bringing CPAP machines and portable oxygen concentrators (POCs) on an airplane.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"\u0e40\u0e2d\u0e21-\u0e40\u0e23\u0e15\u0e2a-emirates\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Emirates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.emirates.com\/th\/thai\/help\/accessibility-hub\/your-emirates-journey\/before-the-flight\/?section=medical+forms+and+equipment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Traveling with medical equipment.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many clients ask me what they need to do if they want to take their CPAP machine internationally on an airplane. Some are worried about potential problems during customs inspection. Let me assure you, it&#039;s not difficult at all. I myself use a CPAP machine regularly and travel frequently by plane. I&#039;ve been taking my CPAP with me every time for over 10 years and have never had a problem. However, a few preparations are needed, and today I&#039;ll share some tips and techniques from my real-life experience. Here are some points: Keep your CPAP machine in your carry-on luggage only. You must store your CPAP machine and other accessories in your carry-on luggage. Do not check it in as checked baggage. If you don&#039;t pack it properly, with plenty of padding, airport security could toss and turn your baggage, potentially damaging your machine and accessories. Some people have argued that they&#039;ve done this before, putting their CPAP machines in checked baggage and they were fine. I&#039;d say it depends on luck. You might get lucky with a good baggage handler. If you pack it well, it might survive, but if the package is handled roughly and the machine is thrown around forcefully, it could be severely shaken. While there might be no symptoms today, it could malfunction or break down in the future. I think it&#039;s better not to risk it. Empty all the water from the humidifier. If you normally use a CPAP machine with a humidifier, empty the water tank completely before traveling and let it dry. Never travel with water in the humidifier&#039;s water tank, as this could cause water to leak into the machine and damage the circuit board and motor. For everyone who bought a machine from us, we recommend always using bottled drinking water to fill the humidifier. Never use tap water. (Ideally, medical-grade distilled water or sterile water for humidification should be used, but these are expensive and difficult to find.) Even if you&#039;re traveling to countries where tap water is acceptable, such as some European countries, I still recommend using bottled water to fill the humidifier. I don&#039;t recommend using tap water because I&#039;ve used it before and found that there was still limescale buildup in the morning, though perhaps slightly less than with tap water. 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