Can you fly in an aeroplane with a cheek fracture?

Question

Will a cheek fracture stop you from flying?

Answer 1

You definitely can, but as I have mentioned on this site many times, even though the problem is almost insignificant, it's most important that you declare it on your travel insurance.

I know of many cases where insurers have refused to pay out on medical claims because hospital visits etc have not been declared.

Answer 2

You can fly, but as others have said, if you have travel insurance you need to declare the injury.

Answer 3

Check with your doctor, the precise nature of the fracture is very important. If air has been able to get between the bones, you will be in excrutiating agony as the air expands at altitude, if not you would be OK.

Answer 4

it shouldn't do - my friend sprained there ankle  just before we were going to france - i think that is worse than anything to do with your cheek

Answer 5

yes, you need a ticket or a joystick!

Answer 6

It will be fine,my son flew back from ski-ing with a fractured cheekbone and wrist..there were no problems .Too be 100%sure ring your airline and get a medical covering note .

Answer 7

If you can't tell physically yes but you will not be covered by your insurance. To legally fly you need a certificate to fly from your GP

Answer 8

As a passenger - No.  As a pilot maybe  - depends if you are taking pain medicine or not.