Where humidification is needed it can be achieved by the use of a 'bubble bottle' containing water, through which the oxygen is bubbled. The oxygen concentrator is transportable and may be taken in the car if you are planning to be away from home for any long periods. It must remain in an upright position and may be carried in the boot if large enough, or standing up on the back seat, with a rear seat belt to hold it in place. Depending on the level of oxygen in your blood, it may not be necessary to take your concentrator if the trip is only a short one. It is hoped that in future airlines will be able to provide an oxygen concentrator which fits under the plane seat and can be set to the required flow rate.
Safety regulations forbid the use of patients' own compressed oxygen equipment in flight.
However, airlines can provide such equipment and arrangements are in place to encourage the lung disease sufferer to carry out air travel both within Australia and overseas. Contact your Oxygen supplier or airline for more information. It is hoped that in future airlines will be able to provide an oxygen concentrator which fits under the plane seat and can be set to the required flow rate. Oxygen safety Oxygen use in the home is safe. This means that you must not smoke whilst wearing oxygen, and you should not wear your oxygen while close to gas stoves, lighted fireplaces, or any other sources of heat or open flame.