Anyone have experience flying w/ SK?

Ginlyn0

In June, the girls (DD & SD) and I will be going on a girl scout trip out of state. The troop couldn't get a good deal on a group rate flying so they left the transportation there and back up to each family so some could do the train, drive or fly which ever was more convienent time and price wise for each girl & parent going.

Last week, I had DH order a certified copy of SD's birth certificate so I could take that with me.  I plan on having DH write me a letter allowing emergency medical authority. The troop will have an emergency card on file that will be effective during the time we are out of state, but since the troop won't be together during travel to and from the location.

What else might I need? Should I take a copy of the CO? It doesn't show her being with us during that time because this is part of our summer that we have to designate because we are not taking the "default" month of July. Should I carry a copy of the letter to BM as well?

Anyone have any experience flying with your stepkids or any other kids without any bio-parents?

Christine&Mario

I think you'll want a letter of consent from both DH and BM, notarized if possible, just to cover all of your bases. Since children don't even need ID to travel, you'll probably be just fine without anything, but it can't hurt to take the extra precaution.

kimmygirl77

I flew from Florida to California with my two SSs once. I just had DH write a letter giving me authorization to get emergency medical help if need be. We didn't get anything from BM but the letter written by DH did state something to the effect that it was his custodial time and he wanted the boys to be with me. Hope that helps.

odear

SD has our last name, so no one ever questioned it and frankly, we never gave it a second thought.

Ilumine

Get a medical POA vs a letter of consent.  Without a LEGAL document, a hospital can and should look at the HIPAA law and disclude your involvement.  

I have two POAs with SS...a standard and then a Medical one - per our JAG office JIC.   

CFjo2010

When my ex-SIL flew with the kiddos to see their father, I made sure she had a copy of the Birth Certificates, CO, letter of consent from me, and I actually went to the check-in with her to give consent and to make sure there weren't any other issues.  We made sure all the bases were covered, and then the airline didn't look at any of the paperwork. But when their father flew with them, the same airline required the Birth Certificates, CO, and signed consent from me.

Unfortunately each airline seems to have their own rules, so there's really no way to know for sure what they might ask for.  Check with the airline you'll be flying with and ask what documentation they require. 

Cheerilee

Ilumine:

Get a medical POA vs a letter of consent.  Without a LEGAL document, a hospital can and should look at the HIPAA law and disclude your involvement.  

I have two POAs with SS...a standard and then a Medical one - per our JAG office JIC.   

How do you get a POA?  We've needed one and are clueless how to get the paperwork going and filed. 

sweetwalks

Ilumine:

Get a medical POA vs a letter of consent.  Without a LEGAL document, a hospital can and should look at the HIPAA law and disclude your involvement.  

I have two POAs with SS...a standard and then a Medical one - per our JAG office JIC.   

I know it's not the same thing but if something were to happen it would need to be a legal document. Even something as simple as a doctor trip requires one. BM sent a note with me to take SS to the doctor & even talked to the doctor's office on the phone & they still required her to fax over the authorization form signed & dated.

I agree with PP; call the airline and ask what they need & make sure you get a legal document in case of an emergency for medical care!  

HisChamaoleGirl

Cheerilee:

Ilumine:

Get a medical POA vs a letter of consent.  Without a LEGAL document, a hospital can and should look at the HIPAA law and disclude your involvement.  

I have two POAs with SS...a standard and then a Medical one - per our JAG office JIC.   

How do you get a POA?  We've needed one and are clueless how to get the paperwork going and filed. 

Anytime I needed a POA I would talk to my lawyer or go to the legal office on base (military).

HisChamaoleGirl

gin9874:

In June, the girls (DD & SD) and I will be going on a girl scout trip out of state. The troop couldn't get a good deal on a group rate flying so they left the transportation there and back up to each family so some could do the train, drive or fly which ever was more convienent time and price wise for each girl & parent going.

Last week, I had DH order a certified copy of SD's birth certificate so I could take that with me.  I plan on having DH write me a letter allowing emergency medical authority. The troop will have an emergency card on file that will be effective during the time we are out of state, but since the troop won't be together during travel to and from the location.

What else might I need? Should I take a copy of the CO? It doesn't show her being with us during that time because this is part of our summer that we have to designate because we are not taking the "default" month of July. Should I carry a copy of the letter to BM as well?

Anyone have any experience flying with your stepkids or any other kids without any bio-parents?

During visitation with SS I have a POA for medical reasons. If flying a copy of his birth certificate is needed but that's bc of customs. Because of the same last name there hasnt been any issues.

SusanH.

odear:

SD has our last name, so no one ever questioned it and frankly, we never gave it a second thought.

 

Thats how it is with us. SS has the same last name so  no one ever questioned if I was his mother or not. No ID was required for him.  

* I wonder if his mom has problems traveleing with him and his half brother but maybe because she has her name as  first, maiden, ex-dh last name, &  2nd ex-dh last name as her name!!  Hope she doesnt marry again and take yet ANOTHER name!!

 

odear

SusanH.:

odear:

SD has our last name, so no one ever questioned it and frankly, we never gave it a second thought.

 

Thats how it is with us. SS has the same last name so  no one ever questioned if I was his mother or not. No ID was required for him.  

* I wonder if his mom has problems traveleing with him and his half brother but maybe because she has her name as  first, maiden, ex-dh last name, &  2nd ex-dh last name as her name!!  Hope she doesnt marry again and take yet ANOTHER name!!

 

And I didn't even think about it, but SD is on my insurance as well.  I never even thought about BM having issues when she travels.  She has her last name (never married), SD has DH's last name and her 2 other kids have their dad's last name.

Ginlyn0

Thanks ladies.

SD does have my last name. DD does not have my last name, yet I am listed on her birth certificate so I wouldn't see how I would ever have a problem flying with her.

As for doctor's offices, a PP stated that a stepparent can't take a kid to a doctor without a POA. That's not necessarily true and I guess that would depend on the doctor's office. I've never had a problem with DH taking DD (she does not have his last name) to the doctor with the note we have on file giving him permission. I got the form from another stepparent site a long time ago. He has gone to both her pedi and her psychiatrist visits for me. They actually never asked for it, but he gave them the note anyway to keep on file just in case.

I'll look into a POA for the trip.