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Carlos started the discussion US Accessibility Standards for Airlines Going Down for the Next Four Years? in the forum Flying with a Disability a week ago
US Accessibility Standards for Airlines Going Down for the Next Four Years?
Is anyone else worried that accessibility standards for airlines in the U.S. might decline over the next four years?
We’ve had an excellent Transportation Secretary in Pete Buttigieg. He addressed American Airlines’ poor record of damaging medical equipment and imposed fines amounting to millions of dollars. He has also been supportive of…
Air Canada pledged to improve accessibility, but a new Marketplace investigation reveals significant gaps remain. From limited lift equipment to inconsistent staff training, challenges for passengers with disabilities continue to impact travel experiences. With insights from Paralympian Brock Richardson and responses from former Transport…
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Air Canada needs to take our issues seriously! Their staff, check in are not at all compassionate! Even their phone line Wheel Chair Assist are rude
Delta has launched a more accessible in-flight map designed with low-vision travelers in mind, including features like high-contrast visuals, large icons, and a color-blind palette.
news.delta.com
Delta launches new flight map designed for accessibility
Customers traveling on Delta can look forward to a new, more accessible flight map designed with those with low-vision disabilities at the forefront, ensuring even more travelers can enjoy the flight map effortlessly and independently.
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Good article!
Navigating airports can be challenging for those with accessibility needs. London Gatwick Airport has released a detailed guide to support passengers with disabilities, ensuring smoother travel experiences. Have you used accessibility services at Gatwick or other airports?
attoday.co.uk
London Gatwick has partnered with AccessAble to launch bespoke Detailed Access Guides to help passengers navigate the airport
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I may be out of step with everyone else, but when I used airport transport services for an Aunt when we traveled (we are both disabled, but mine is COPD while hers was both COPD and failed back syndrome), I could not stand the slowness and indifference of the transport personnel pushing the transport chair. Getting them to stop at the…
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‘Emirates Shines At The AccessAbilities Expo 2024 With Cutting-Edge Accessibility Innovations’
Emirates Airline has unveiled groundbreaking features and technology designed to make air travel more accessible for passengers with diverse needs.
Check it out: https://shorturl.at/s3tX2
ALT Text: Emirates Airbus A380 plane taxiing on a runway,…
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Just “WOW”!
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I had the fortune of traveling on Emirates many years ago and can attest to their superb service. I am glad they are expanding into enhancing the experience for disabled travelers too.
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