Are Transgender Canadians being banned from boarding flights?

[Xenguy]

Are Transgender Canadians being banned from boarding flights?
Mark Gollom and Joseph Engelhardt- Feb 02, 2012

"Changes to Canada's airline screening regulations that took effect last year have recently angered some members of the transgender community and raised questions about whether the new rules could effectively prevent them from boarding planes."

"The amendment in question spells out airline screening procedures for boarding a flight. The controversial line is one that states an air carrier shall not transport a passenger who "does not appear to be of the gender indicated on the identification he or she presents."

The concern is that transgendered people who live their lives as another sex than the one stated on their passport or other forms of identification will be effectively banned from boarding flights."

More: http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/are-transgender-canadians-being-banned-from-boarding-flights-1.1293810

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Your Thoughts?

[Athena]

Steven Harper is an evil troll that has far too much power over his cabinet and the world will be a better place when he is out of office.

[Myarkstir]

So if you are pre op, all you need is a letter from your gp stating you are transitioning and you can board the plane? Then i don't really see a problem.

[Athena]

So if you are pre op, all you need is a letter from your gp stating you are transitioning and you can board the plane? Then i don't really see a problem.

It leaves the choice to individuals at the airport. If you get a trans friendly security then yes a letter should do of maybe even having no letter won't be an issue. If you get security that is opposed to the trans community then no documentation will be enough to get you through period.