Traveling with a portable oxygen concentrator is easy and affordable. At Medivac, we offer rentals of FAA-approved oxygen concentrators which are portable for your journey. Call us at 6100 6910 so that our customer service representatives are also available to assist you with the MEDIF form, ensuring that your loved ones can use the oxygen on board the aircraft.

For patients with breathing difficulties, using pulse dose oxygen is not recommended. Pulse dose (PD) oxygen delivery relies on the user’s breathing patterns to customize the flow of oxygen based on their inhalation rate. However, when a patient struggles to breathe, their respiration rate often increases. This can lead to reduced oxygen delivery at the highest pulse dose settings, as these systems are specifically designed for stable patients with normal breathing patterns.

On the other hand, continuous flow oxygen delivery provides a steady supply of oxygen, functioning similarly to the systems used in hospitals, ensuring that patients receive consistent oxygen support, regardless of their breathing rate.

At Medivac, we offer a specialized medical escort service, staffed with trained professionals ready to transport your loved ones who need oxygen safely to their destination.

Trust us to provide the care and reliability they deserve.

Therefore, it is essential to have at least one additional battery as a backup during flights.

At Medivac , we use both Eclipse-5 and Simply Go for our Air Ambulance and Flight Medical Escort and their battery life is as follows :

Simply Go Portable Oxygen Concentrator

*Important Note : Battery run time are approximate and depends on breath rate and other factors.

*BPM refers to breath per minute

Eclipse 5 Portable Oxygen Concentrator

*Important Note : Battery run time are approximate and depends on breath rate and other factors.

*BPM refers to breath per minute

Medivac is a reseller of Brand New Portable Oxygen Concentrators at the following affordable rates :

When choosing the best portable oxygen concentrator for travel, it’s important to consider the patient’s specific needs.

For patients with low oxygen requirements (less than 2 LPM), the Eclipse 5 is a recommended option. This device functions as both a portable and a stationary oxygen concentrator, eliminating the need to purchase a separate stationary unit for home use.

If the patient already has a stationary oxygen concentrator at home and needs to travel for work or business trips, lighter options like the SimplyGo or Freestyle Comfort would be more suitable due to their compact size and weight.

For patients who breathe through a tracheostomy, pulse dose oxygen delivery is not advised. Instead, they should use the Eclipse 5, which provides a continuous flow of up to 3 LPM, or the SimplyGo with a continuous flow of up to 2 LPM.

It’s also important to note that pulse dose is not the same as liters per minute (LPM). LPM usually refers to continuous flow of oxygen.

A patient who requires a continuous flow of 2 LPM in a hospital or clinic may need a pulse dose setting of 3.5 – 4.5. Typically, a healthcare provider will use a pulse oximeter to determine the most appropriate pulse dose settings for the patient.

When you purchase a POC from Medivac Emergency Ambulance Service , our respiratory therapist or nursing team will be able to advise you on which settings suit your needs.

First, ensure that the POC you are using is FAA-approved. Most airlines allow passengers with breathing issues to bring their own POC on board the aircraft. Next, you will need to complete the MEDIF (Medical Information Form) at least 72 hours before your flight to inform the airline of your intention to carry your own POC on board.

When filling out the MEDIF, the airline may request details about your medical condition, which must be certified by your attending physician.

However, we assist our clients in applying for the MEDIF so they can focus on enjoying their trip and leave the paperwork to us.

When it comes to air travel, different airlines have different policies regarding oxygen availability. If you need a higher flow rate that requires multiple oxygen tanks, you may need to purchase an additional seat to safely accommodate the extra equipment (typically, four tanks can fit per seat).

Renting oxygen tanks from the airline will cost around USD $300 per cylinder, and it’s important to note that you must book this service at least 3 days in advance to ensure availability.

On the other hand, bringing your own portable oxygen concentrator is completely free of charge and offers the convenience of immediate use without downtime.

Choosing to travel with your own device can make your journey easier and more comfortable.

At Medivac Emergency Ambulance, we provide Portable Oxygen Concentrator rentals in Singapore which are FAA approved and can be used on board commercial flights. We also support the rental of our medical devices to overseas customers.

First, ensure that the POC you are using is FAA-approved. Most airlines allow passengers with breathing issues to bring their own POC on board the aircraft. Next, you will need to complete the MEDIF (Medical Information Form) at least 72 hours before your flight to inform the airline of your intention to carry your own POC on board.

When filling out the MEDIF, the airline may request details about your medical condition, which must be certified by your attending physician.

However, we assist our clients in applying for the MEDIF so they can focus on enjoying their trip and leave the paperwork to us.