LEGR is an airline Special Service Request (SSR) code used when a passenger is travelling with their right leg in a cast. It gives the airline information about a temporary mobility or medical-related circumstance that could affect seating, movement through the airport or other travel arrangements.
The code does not tell staff exactly how much assistance the passenger needs. Some people with a leg cast can walk independently, while others may need wheelchair assistance or help boarding the aircraft.
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For an overview of these codes, read our guide to airline disability codes and SSR codes.
What Does the LEGR Airline Code Mean?
The LEGR airline code means that the passenger is travelling with their right leg in a cast.
It is one of a small group of SSR codes used to identify passengers travelling with their right leg in a cast. The LEGR code describes the presence and location of the cast. It does not automatically mean that the passenger cannot walk, requires a wheelchair or needs assistance all the way to their aircraft seat.
Is the LEGR Airline Code a Special Assistance Code?
The LEGR code is part of the airline SSR system and relates to a passenger travelling with their right leg in a cast. However, it is different from codes that specify a particular level of wheelchair assistance.
The amount of help required depends on the passenger. The type of injury, the cast, whether weight can be placed on the leg and the passenger’s ability to walk can all affect what assistance is needed. To find out more about the help you can get at the airport, check out my guide to special assistance for disabled travellers.
What Is the Difference Between LEGR, LEGL and LEGB?
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
| LEGR | Right leg in a cast |
| LEGL | Left leg in a cast |
| LEGB | Both legs in casts |
These codes identify which leg or legs are in casts. They do not replace other SSR codes that may be required to record wheelchair assistance, medical arrangements or another support need.
To learn more about the other codes relating to having a leg, or legs, in a cast please refer to my dedicated guides: the LEGL code and the LEGB code.
Does Using LEGR Mean You Get Wheelchair Assistance?
No. Having the LEGR airline code recorded on your booking does not automatically arrange wheelchair assistance. If walking through the airport, climbing aircraft stairs or reaching your seat will be difficult, explain this to your airline when arranging assistance.
Airlines commonly use separate codes such as WCHR, WCHS and WCHC to describe different levels of wheelchair assistance. The appropriate code depends on what the passenger can manage rather than simply on having a cast.
Can the LEGR Code Be Used With Other SSR Codes?
Yes. A passenger can have more than one SSR code when different information needs to be recorded. For example, the LEGR SSR code can record the right-leg cast while a wheelchair assistance code describes how much mobility support the passenger requires. Using the codes together can give airport and airline staff a clearer picture of the arrangements needed.
Will You Need Medical Clearance For Flying With LEGR?
Using the LEGR airline code does not automatically mean that medical clearance is required. Airline policies and individual circumstances determine whether additional medical information or approval is needed. If your cast has been applied recently, your injury is complex or you are unsure whether the airline will accept you for travel, contact the airline before your journey. Ask about its current rules for flying with a plaster cast or other leg cast and whether documentation is required.
A medical case requiring special arrangements may also involve another SSR code such as MEDA. Our MEDA airline code guide explains what that code means.
Flying With a Newly Applied Cast
Rules for flying with a newly applied cast vary between airlines. The LEGR code being present on a booking should not be taken as confirmation that every medical or safety requirement has been met.
Contact the airline before travelling and tell them when the cast was applied and what type of cast you have. Follow the airline’s current requirements and seek advice from your treating healthcare professional about whether you are medically fit to fly.
Does the LEGR Airline Code Guarantee Extra Legroom?
No. The LEGR SSR code identifies a right-leg cast but does not itself guarantee extra legroom, an empty neighbouring seat or a specific seat number. If you cannot bend your leg normally or the cast creates another seating requirement, contact the airline in advance. Explain what you need and ask what seating arrangements are possible.
What Assistance Might a Passenger With LEGR Need?
Assistance should be based on the passenger’s individual mobility rather than the LEGR code alone. Depending on the circumstances, useful arrangements may include:
- Wheelchair assistance for long distances through the terminal.
- Help where aircraft stairs are used.
- Assistance reaching the aircraft seat.
- Suitable seating if the cast restricts normal leg movement.
- Additional time for boarding or leaving the aircraft.
What Should You Tell the Airline?
Tell the airline about what you can and cannot manage rather than relying only on the LEGR code alone. Explain whether you can walk through the terminal, use stairs, transfer independently, bend your right leg and walk from the aircraft door to your seat. Mention any crutches, wheelchair or other mobility aid you will bring. You may be entitled to travel with free medical luggage if you have necessary medical equipment or mobility aids to bring with you.
This gives the airline the information it needs to determine whether other assistance should be recorded alongside LEGR.
What Should You Do if LEGR Appears on Your Booking?
If you are travelling with your right leg in a cast and recognise the LEGR code, check that any additional assistance or seating requirements you have are also recorded correctly. If you do not have a right-leg cast or do not know why LEGR has been added, contact your airline and ask for them to check your booking and confirm why the code appears on it.
Resolving incorrect or incomplete assistance information before the day of travel can help avoid problems at the airport.
LEGR Airline Code Summary
- LEGR means the passenger is travelling with their right leg in a cast.
- LEGL refers to the left leg, while LEGB refers to both legs.
- LEGR does not automatically arrange wheelchair assistance.
- You may need another SSR code to record mobility assistance.
- LEGR does not guarantee extra legroom or a particular seat.
- Check your airline’s current rules for travelling with a cast before flying.
LEGR Airline Code FAQs
What does LEGR stand for on a flight booking?
LEGR is the SSR code used when a passenger is travelling with their right leg in a cast.
Does the LEGR airline code mean wheelchair assistance?
No. A separate wheelchair SSR code may be needed if you require mobility assistance.
What is the difference between LEGR and LEGL?
LEGR means the right leg is in a cast. LEGL means the left leg is in a cast.
What does LEGB mean?
LEGB is used when a passenger is travelling with both legs in casts.
Does LEGR guarantee extra legroom?
No. If your cast affects how you can sit, contact your airline before travel and ask what seating arrangements can be made.
Should I contact the airline before flying with a leg cast?
Yes. Airline requirements for casts can vary, especially when a cast has been applied recently. Check the airline’s current policy and arrange any mobility or seating assistance you need before travel.
Understanding what LEGR means can help you recognise why the code has been added to your booking and prepare for any extra support you may need when flying. LEGR indicates that a passenger is travelling with their right leg in a cast, which may affect walking through the airport, boarding the aircraft and sitting comfortably during the flight. Contact your airline as early as possible to discuss your cast, seating requirements, airport assistance and any medical or safety rules that may apply, particularly if your injury or cast is recent.
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