- Japan Airlines asks all pregnant passengers to advise them at the time that the booking is completed.
- Travel after 36 weeks of pregnancy, or if a pregnant passenger has previously had a multiple birth means that a medical certificate will be required. The certificate must be signed by the attending physician dated within seven days of departure stating that she is fit to travel, along with the due date and any other considerations that may important inflight.
- At 36 weeks, a consent form is also required, and for pregnant passengers expecting multiples, or previous premature births.
- For travel within two weeks of the anticipated due date pregnant passengers may only travel if accompanied by an obstetrician.
Japan Airlines - Policy for Air Travel During Pregnancy - Restrictions
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