Need input from a septal survivor :)

Hi and thanks in advance for your input. I would like to hear from someone around my age (72) who has gone to the Mayo for a septal myectomy. I live in Colorado and need to decide about flying home (2 hrs) and navigating the airport etc vs. driving (13 hours). I would love to hear from people about whether I need to rent a recliner. Will I be able to navigate steps (essential for where I live)? Anything else that would help me. I live alone. I would really appreciate hearing from people around my age.