Hi guys,

As of Tuesday, I'll be 8 weeks out (no fills yet). I'm planning on traveling to FL on the 20th (about a 3hr flight). My doc said no problem, and suggested being on all liquids the day of and return. Just wondering if anyone has any flight experience so early, and suggestions

Thanks!

I have been on a plane several times. My band does get a little tight for about 24 hours after the flight. I usually just do protein shakes or eat mushy foods until I am able to take in solids. My flights have been under two hours but with two layovers, my first flight was one week post op, I flew from SC to Baltimore MD to a conference. The trip was tuff but I made it.

I have flown multiple times since being banded and have found that it does not affect my band at all. This could be something that varies between people so just see how you go. It's good that you have spoken to your doctor about it and that you have his/her advice to work with.

The cabin is pressurized so no impact on the band directly. However, the drier air on airplanes does cause some dehydration and for me that means water retention. So... you band may "feel" tighter after the trip. I have had no problems with normal (lapband normal) food on planes.

Thanks all-looking forward!