Accessibility of Continental and Continental Micronesia Aircraft

Movable Aisle Armrests

Economy Class seats with movable armrests are identified by aircraft type, tail number and location. All new Boeing aircraft will incorporate movable armrests in the Economy Class section, except rows designated as an exit row and the bulkhead. The fleet type is indicated in our reservation system. Actual aircraft number assignment is usually available 48 to 24 hours in advance of scheduled departure.

Armrest release mechanisms vary by type of seats used on the aircraft. Continental currently has three types of movable aisle armrests. All release mechanisms are discretely hidden as a safety precaution to prevent unwanted release during takeoff and landing.

The model "990" armrest release is used on some 737-500, and 757 aircraft.The release is located underneath the rubber armrest cover at the bottom edge near the pivot point where the armrest is attached to the seat frame. To find the release, feel for an indent on the bottom edge of the rubber armrest cover, press the button and move the armrest upward. To lock back into place, move the armrest back into its "down" position.

The "Koito" seat release mechanism is used on some 737 and most 757 aircraft. It is located between the seat back cushion and the inside of the armrest. To locate, place your hand between the armrest and the seat back cushion at the armrest pivot point. Once located, it is easy to operate. Press the button and move the armrest upward. It will lock in place when returned to the original position.

Customers who avail themselves for preboarding have priority to have their wheelchair stowed in an onboard closet or space upon request. When requested during preboarding, stowage of the first wheelchair presented takes priority over other customer, crew or company materials. All Continental aircraft have a space large enough to accommodate at least one adult sized wheelchair.

Lavatories

Our widebody Boeing 767 and 777 aircraft are equipped with an onboard wheelchair accessible lavatory. The following chart is a list of our single aisle Boeing aircraft with lavatory curtain and handrail accommodations for our customers with disabilities.

Cargo Bins

Powered equipment will not be disassembled, including leaving the batteries attached, whenever the cart and/or wheelchair will fit upright through the aircraft bin door. If the size of the aircraft bin door prohibits this, airport personnel may ask you for instructions on how to disassemble your equipment. The following chart shows the maximum bin door width of our current fleet.