Transport of medicines and medical devices
Discover all the information, guidelines and regulations regarding the transportation of syringes, medications, or respiratory assistance devices onboard our aircraft.
Syringes on Board
Air Tahiti Nui provides designated containers on its aircraft for the safe disposal of syringes and needles. Please inform the cabin crew upon boarding.
It is important to note that needles and syringes must not be disposed of in seat pockets or any other unsecured container.
Medications on Board
The cabin crew is unable to accept any human products, such as blood bags, or pharmaceutical products that require special storage. We recommend making necessary arrangements in advance.
Please be aware that for safety reasons, containers containing dry ice (up to 2.5kg / 5.51 lbs per passenger) must not be sealed, and a small vent must allow for the release of CO2.
Respiratory Assistance Devices
Respiratory assistance devices, such as portable oxygen concentrators (POCs) and assisted breathing devices, including CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machines commonly used to treat slepp apnea, are allowed in the cabin free of charge in addition to your standard baggage allowance.
No Power Outlets Available in Moana Economy Cabin
Please note that no power outlets are available in the Moana Economy cabin. If you plan to use your device during the flight, ensure that it has sufficient battery life to operate for the entire duration of the journey. The battery must allow for usage equivalent to 1.5 times the scheduled flight time.
Devices Allowed On Board
Only the POC and CPAP models listed further down in this page are permitted on Air Tahiti Nui operated flights.
If you wish to travel with a model not listed, a compliance review will be required to assess whether it can be accepted and/or used on board. To initiate this process, please contact your travel agent and provide the full technical specifications of your device, including the exact model’s name, battery type, power rating, etc., at least one week prior to departure.
Device not used during the flight
If your device is not used during the flight, it must be emptied and depressurized. The battery must be removed from its compartment and transported in a suitable container that prevents contact with any metallic elements. Batteries must always be carried in the cabin, even if the device itself is checked in as hold luggage.
Medical Certificate: A medical certificate dated within the last 10 days is required for transporting these devices.
Placement during the flight: Your device should be placed under the seat in front of you or against you, in compliance with the safety regulations.
Restrictions: Devices are not allowed in seats located at emergency exits.
Dimensions and weight: Your device must comply with the dimensions and weight limits for carry-on baggage.
Battery-Powered devices
Battery Life: It should have sufficient battery power to cover at least 1.5 times the expected flight time. We recommend checking the battery life of your device before your flight and carrying extra batteries if needed.
Lithium batteries: These a subject to specific transport conditions, detailed on the "Regulated Baggage" page of our “Baggage Policy”.
Devices requiring an electrical outlet
Availability: Allowed only in Poerava Business and Moana Premium Classes.
Electrical outlets: Seats in these classes are equipped with outlets for connecting approved respiratory devices. The power consumption of your device must not exceed the maximum power output of the outlet: 1A-140Watts, 110 Volts/60Hz. Seats in Moana Economy do not have electrical outlets; battery-operated devices must be able to operate independently for the duration of the flight as booked.
Additional Precautions
Batteries: we recommend charging the batteries of your device before your flight and carrying extra batteries to ensure you have enough power in case the outlets are deactivated during the flight.
For any questions or further information, please contact your local Air Tahiti Nui agency, reservation service, or travel agent.
Authorized POC Models
- Inogen One G3/G4/G5
- Simply Go
- Solo
- Eclipse 5
- FreeStyle Comfort
- Enriched Membrane HC30M
Authorized CPAP Models
- ResMed Air Start 10
- ResMed AirSence 10 (all models)
- ResMed S9 Elite
- ResMed AirMini
- ResMed AirCurve 10 (all models)
- DreamStation PRO
- DreamStation AUTO
- DreamStation 2
- XT Fit
- Z2 Standard EZEX mini
- Lifeina Box
- Respironics CoughAssit E70
- Devilbiss 7314P-NE
- Nonin Avant 9600
- ResMed AirSence 11 (all models)
- Transcend EZEX mini
- Transcend MiniCPAP
Other models
For POC models not listed or CPAPs not listed, please contact Air Tahiti Nui with your request and device’s specifications for prior compliance review.
