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4.8 Stars (21 Reviews)
Journey Air Elite Lightweight Folding Power Chair
Journey Air Elite Lightweight Folding Power Chair
Weighing only 26 pounds without battery (29 pounds with battery) with a carbon fiber frame, the Journey Air Elite power chair is exceptionally easy to lift, fold, and transport without sacrificing strength. One pull on the seat handle folds into up for compact transporting, ready to roll like a suitcase.
This lightweight foldable power chair combines a simple joystick control with a powerful dual-drive system for effortless mobility. Its compact design navigates tight spaces, fits through doorways, and pulls up to tables with ease. Two independent brushless motors enable precise turning, even on the spot.
Ultra-lightweight & Responsive: This power chair delivers smooth performance across surfaces, easily navigates doorways, and pulls up to tables effortlessly, enabling you to stay active and engaged in the activities you love.
Effortless Control & Convenience – Operate with one finger using a joystick that easily switches between right or left sides. Flip-back armrests simplify transfers, while the chair offers a 10-mile range on a single charge with extra battery storage and an easy-to-charge battery pack.
Automatic Electronic Braking: The Journey Air Elite's advanced braking system engages automatically when the joystick is released, ensuring a safe and controlled stop. The power chair also features flat-free tires and rear anti-tippers for added convenience and safety.
*Journey Air Elite is a personal electric vehicle and is not a medical device nor wheelchair. It is not intended for medical purposes to provide mobility to persons restricted to a sitting position. It is not covered by Medicaid or Medicare.
When you place an order, your product will ship within 48 business hours from the date of sale. For example, an order placed on Monday should ship no later than Wednesday. Our standard ground shipping typically arrives between 4-9 business days after your order is shipped.
Please note that if an order is placed during a national holiday, there may be a delay in processing your order. Presently we are able to fulfill orders only in the USA.
Journey Health & Lifestyle warrants the frame, mechanical, and electrical components including the motor to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the original purchase date.
The originally supplied battery, tires, fabric seat, seat back, and, seat cushion are all warrantied to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of six (6) months from the original purchase date.
Limitations and Exclusions apply; please read the warranty information in the product manual for more detailed information
We offer a 21 day return policy.
When you place an order, your product will ship within 2 business days from the date of sale. For example, an order placed on Monday should ship no later than Wednesday. Our standard ground shipping typically arrives between 4-9 business days after your order is shipped.
Please note that if an order is placed during a national holiday, there may be a delay in processing your order. Presently we are able to fulfill orders only in the USA.
Journey Health & Lifestyle warrants the frame, mechanical, and electrical components including the motor to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the original purchase date.
The originally supplied battery, tires, fabric seat, seat back, and, seat cushion are all warrantied to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of six (6) months from the original purchase date.
Limitations and Exclusions apply.
We offer a 21 day return policy.
Why Air Elite?
Right or Left Control
The one-handed joystick control can easily be moved to the left or right side of the chair. The Air Elite has three speeds from 0-3.7 mph and reverse mode.
Features You'll Love
26
lbs
Weight without battery
10
miles
Range
35.4"
Turning Radius
3.7
mph
Top Speed
240
lbs
Weight Capacity
6°
Max Climbing Angle
Exceeds ADA guidelines
Travel Ready
FAA Compliant
USB
Charges Your Phone
Folds Fast
Ultimate Portability
Height
35.4"
Width
22.8"
Depth
33.9"
Weight
29 lbs with battery, 26 lbs without battery
Length
28.3"
Height
11.4"
Width
26.8"
Height
18.1"
Width
17.3"
Depth
15.7"
Width Between Armrests:
17.7"
Arm Height:
9.8"
Seatback Height:
15.7"
Braking Distance
39.3" on a level surface
Frame
Carbon Fiber
Flat Free Tires
6.5" front tires and 10.5" back tires
Battery Type
Lithium-ion (24V, 10Ah)
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Max Weight Capacity
240lbs
275lbs
300lbs
240lbs
Drive Range
on a single charge
6.2 miles
8 miles
9.3 miles
10 miles
Top Speed
2.8 mph
6 mph
3.7 mph
3.7 mph
Weight
without battery
34.5 lbs
43.4 lbs
35.7 lbs
26 lbs
FAA Compliant
Frame Material
Aircraft grade aluminum alloy
Aircraft grade aluminum & nylon composite
Aircraft grade aluminum & nylon composite
Carbon fiber
Flat-free Tires
USB Charging Port
Turning Radius
35.4"
24"
35.5"
35.4"
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Have a question?
We are here to help.
The Journey Air Elite can be used just about anywhere, indoors and out. It can handle a number of different terrains such as grass, carpet, dirt and more. It has a powered reverse function. Thanks to the sleek design it will fit through all doorways with ease.
Customers that are close to the Journey Air Elite Chair's weight limit of 240 lbs may find that the Journey Air Elite Chair is a little more difficult to use on very thick or heavily padded carpet when operating on low speed. The solution is to simply increase your speed setting, thereby increasing the ability of the Journey Air Elite Chair to move around on these types of surfaces without significantly increasing speed.
The Journey Air Elite is capable of carrying a person weighing up to 240 lbs. It's available in one size. See the Product Specifications section for specific dimensions.
Absolutely. The joystick is easy to operate with one finger and can be installed on either the right or left side of the chair.
While many people use the Journey Air Elite Chair for many different reasons, the Journey Air Elite Chair is a personal electric vehicle. If you are fully restricted to a sitting position, the Journey Air Elite Chair may not be for you. You must be able to get in and out of the chair.
While Journey Health & Lifestyle does not accept insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid directly, most of our products are FSA/HSA eligible for your convenience. You can still submit a claim to your insurance provider for possible reimbursement. Use the CMS-1500 form (or equivalent) and include your itemized receipt and a letter of medical necessity from your healthcare provider. If you need help with the process, your insurance company or a billing specialist can offer guidance.
Accessories such as a cup/bottle holder, cane holder, extra thick seat cushion, spare batteries, and spare tires are available.
Yes, its compact design fits through standard doorways, and flip-up armrests allow it to slide under desks and tables effortlessly.
Yes, it’s FAA-approved for air travel. Remove the battery before boarding and follow airline-specific guidelines for battery-powered devices.
The Journey Air Elite can be manually pushed when unoccupied, making it convenient for transport or storage. However, it is not designed for seated users to be pushed in a wheelchair fashion, as its primary purpose is to provide a powered self-driving experience. For safety, always ensure the chair is locked in place if manual pushing is not intended.
The swinging footrest, backrest and seat are not adjustable. However, the Journey Air Elite is designed to accommodate people of a wide variety of sizes. Some Air Elite owners with special comfort needs have chosen to add an additional cushion.
Battery performance depends on usage and conditions, but most Journey Air Elite Chair owners enjoy up to ten miles of use on a single charge, and rarely need to recharge more than once a day. Charging typically takes 6–8 hours or less, depending on how much power has been used. With proper care, the battery lasts for several years before needing replacement.
The charger will operate on on 100V or 220V. If you are traveling abroad, you'll need an inexpensive plug converter to fit the outlets of your destination.
Yes, 29 pounds includes the weight of the battery. The Journey Air Elite is 26 pounds without the battery.
Customer Reviews
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100%would recommend this product
21 reviews
- SLSandra l.Verified ReviewerReviewingJourney Air Elite Lightweight Folding Power ChairI recommend this productProduct Standouts Lightweight, Easy to Travel With, Easy to ManeuverRated 5 out of 5 starsJune 5, 2025Pleasure to drive, little uncomfortable.
I’m interested in learning how the braking system works. I just got this wheelchair. Is there anyway to adjust the foot rests.?my left foot is locked in a AFObrace. It’s not fitting on the pedal. Can you recommend any help. Please email me sanpep@aol.com. Thank you
- AAlVerified ReviewerReviewingJourney Air Elite Lightweight Folding Power ChairI recommend this productProduct Standouts Easy to Maneuver, Lightweight, Comfortable, Easy to Travel WithRated 5 out of 5 starsMay 25, 2025Freedom
Mychaimychair gives me freedom.my wife can walk next me instead of pushing me. I can maneuver around . Obstacles even in restaurants.. I can decide where i want to go and linger as long as i like. We have an Audi and my wife who is 70 yers70 yern old spouse old can fold my chair and put it in the trunk of her car
JHJourney Health & LifestyleMay 28, 2025We are truly delighted to hear how the Journey Air Elite has enhanced your independence and daily experiences, Al! Your description of being able to navigate restaurants, move around obstacles, and choose your own pace perfectly captures the freedom we aimed to provide with this power chair.
It's especially heartwarming to learn how the chair has transformed your outings with your wife, allowing her to walk beside you rather than behind you pushing. These precious moments of walking side by side are exactly what we had in mind when designing the Journey Air Elite.
We're also pleased to hear how well the chair's lightweight folding design works for you and your wife, making it manageable to store in your Audi's trunk. This practicality, combined with the chair's maneuverability, truly showcases why the Journey Air Elite has become such a trusted companion for couples like yourselves.
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We hope the Journey Air Elite continues to provide you with the freedom and independence you deserve for many years to come!
Warmest regards,
The Journey Team - NHN H.Verified BuyerReviewingJourney Air Elite Lightweight Folding Power ChairI recommend this productProduct Standouts Easy to Maneuver, Lightweight, Comfortable, Easy to Travel WithRated 5 out of 5 starsApril 3, 2025Easy to Use!
PROS: This chair is so much better than using a manual wheelchair which was cumbersome, and gave me back spasms and fatigue.
I can now easily go through doorways without me banging into the door frame, take my dog for a walk down the street, and gives me (and my husband) independence from having to push me.
CONS: loud beeping when turned on.
- CBCynthia B.ReviewingJourney Air Elite Lightweight Folding Power ChairI recommend this productProduct Standouts Lightweight, Comfortable, Easy to ManeuverRated 5 out of 5 starsMarch 29, 2025Casino chair
I have always loved watching the local WNBA team but it was getting too hard to walk from the parking lot through the casino to the arena and to my seat until I got a power chair. I’m now a season ticket holder.
- MSMark S.Verified BuyerReviewingJourney Air Elite Lightweight Folding Power ChairI recommend this productProduct Standouts Easy to Maneuver, Lightweight, Comfortable, Easy to Travel WithRated 5 out of 5 starsMarch 16, 2025Great for Travel!
I bought the Journey Air Elite specifically for travel. At 29 lbs including battery it is light enough to easily load in and out of the car. Packs up super small for gate checking at the airport. There is no custom cover available so I bought two large Velcro straps to bind it tight when folded. I usually get two full days out of the battery. Big enough for anyone up to 200 lbs in my opinion. Does well on paved hills and flat gravel surfaces.
JHJourney Health & LifestyleMarch 20, 2025Dear Mark,
We are thrilled to hear about your excellent experience with the Journey Air Elite! Your detailed feedback about traveling with our lightweight power chair is exactly what we love to hear. The 29-pound design, including the battery, is one of our proudest engineering achievements - specifically created to make travel and transportation as effortless as possible.
It's wonderful to learn how well the chair meets your travel needs, from car loading to gate checking at airports. Your clever solution with the Velcro straps shows great initiative, and we appreciate you sharing this practical tip. The two-day battery life you're experiencing is fantastic and exactly what we intended for active travelers like yourself.
We're particularly pleased to hear about the chair's performance on various terrains, from paved hills to gravel surfaces. This versatility, combined with its robust weight capacity, truly showcases why the Journey Air Elite is becoming a favorite among travelers seeking reliable mobility solutions.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We hope the Journey Air Elite continues to be your trusted companion on many more adventures to come!
Warmest regards,
The Journey Team