Collection: Dirve AeroFly Wheelchairs (From 13.3lbs)

The Drive Medical AeroFly™ Ultra-Lite series represents a massive evolutionary leap in premium manual mobility, introducing a sleek, high-performance magnesium-alloy frame designed explicitly for active lifestyles and effortless travel. Weighing an astonishing 13 to 13.3 pounds without its rear wheels, this innovative line completely eliminates the heavy lifting, awkward angles, and physical strain that caregivers and independent seniors normally face when loading equipment into a vehicle trunk. To fully optimize this state-of-the-art mobility setup for long trips, we highly recommend upgrading your ride by adding a contouring gel-infused or high-density memory foam pressure cushion to supplement the factory removable padded seat overlays. Additionally, pairing your new AeroFly™ Ultra-Lite Wheelchair or AeroFly™ Ultra-Lite Transport Chair with a heavy-duty padded protective travel bag or a universal clip-on cane pouch is an excellent way to keep your sleek matte frame pristine and scratch-free during flights or local commutes. For an absolute deep-dive into what makes this specific line so revolutionary, be sure to read our detailed Drive Medical Aero Series Review Blog.

Best Selling AeroFly™ Models

• Drive Medical AeroFly™ Ultra-Lite Transport Chair (13 lbs Frame / 17 lbs Total): Engineered with compact 13-inch rear wheels for maximum indoor agility, tight turning radiuses, and companion-led transit. You can buy the companion model directly through our AeroFly™ Ultra-Lite Transport Chair Portal.
• Drive Medical AeroFly™ Ultra-Lite Manual Wheelchair (13.3 lbs Frame / 19 lbs Total): Outfitted with full-sized 22-inch rear wheels and integrated hand rims to give users total independent self-propelling freedom. Explore sizing and options directly on our AeroFly™ Ultra-Lite Wheelchair Page.

Top Technical Specifications to Know

• Advanced Magnesium Construction: Features an ultra-durable, patent-protected magnesium alloy frame that is significantly lighter than standard aluminum while offering superior, road-vibration-dampening structural integrity.
• Feather-Light Lifting Profiles: Exceptional frame-only transport weight sits at just 13 lbs for the transport model and 13.3 lbs for the standard chair, making vehicle trunk loading effortless. Fully assembled weights with wheels attached are a highly manageable 17 lbs and 19 lbs, respectively.
• Weight Capacity Support: Rugged heavy-duty engineering safely and reliably accommodates a standard user weight capacity up to 250 lbs on 18-inch frames, and up to 300 lbs for the expanded 20-inch configuration.
• Key Structural Dimensions: Seat width configurations are available in 18"W x 16"D and 20"W x 16"D; features a comfortable 19-inch seat-to-floor height and fixed desk-length arms with comfortable molded pads.
• Travel-Optimized Portability: Built factory-standard with a quick fold-down backrest, quick-release rear axles for immediate wheel removal, seat-integrated nylon carry handles, and European-style swing-away footrests.
• Standard Safety Suite: Comes fully equipped with premium loop companion attendant brakes on the rear push-handles for downhill speed control, traditional manual wheel locks, and rear anti-tippers.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the main difference between the two AeroFly models? The AeroFly Transport Chair features smaller rear wheels designed exclusively for a companion to push from behind. The standard AeroFly Wheelchair features larger 22-inch rear wheels with integrated hand rims, allowing the user the freedom to self-propel independently.
• How does the quick-release rear axle feature assist with vehicle loading? By simply depressing the safety button at the center of the wheel hub, the entire rear wheel slips off the frame in a single second. This allows you to split the chair's total lifting weight into separate, ultra-light, space-saving pieces that fit into tight car trunks or airplane overhead bins.
• Does the AeroFly line come standard with companion hand brakes? Yes. Both the transport and manual self-propelled models feature an integrated dual-braking system. This includes premium loop attendant brakes on the rear push-handles for downhill speed control, alongside traditional manual wheel locks to keep the chair fully immobilized when parked.

More Info & Helpful Resources

• Expert Product Analysis: Read our staff's expert product analysis and sizing guide by checking out the Cleveland HME Aero Series Resource Guide.
• Shop Transport Model: Purchase the lightweight transport model directly or view detailed imagery on our Drive Medical AeroFly Ultra-Lite Transport Chair product page.
• Shop Manual Wheelchair: View sizing, colors, and pricing configurations for the independent model on our dedicated Drive Medical AeroFly™ Ultra-Lite Wheelchair page.