“Currently, many caregivers face obstacles when trying to accompany minors or disabled passengers beyond airport security checkpoints. The FLY Act aims to remove these barriers by making it easier for caregivers to provide support to those passengers as they navigate their departure airport.”

wheelchairtravel.org

FLY Act Would Permit Parents and Caregivers to Accompany Disabled Passengers in Airports

The law would also permit caregivers who qualify for expedited security screening through TSA PreCheck to receive that status on a gate pass.

Thought I would share this: https://wheelchairtravel.org/airlines-file-lawsuit-block-disabled-passenger-protections-training-requirements/

And then have a laugh at this: https://news.delta.com/deltas-history-making-travel-accessible-all

Which comes out at the same time as they are suing to roll back improved passenger protections… 🙄

“Don’t pee…

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wheelchairtravel.org

U.S. Airlines Sue to Block Disabled Passenger Protections and Training Requirements

An airline trade group has the Air Carrier Access Act in its sights, and hopes to overturn the civil rights of disabled flyers.

If you are in Canada, or planning to visit, be aware! And if you are in Canada, please speak up!

theglobeandmail.com

Advocates decry transport watchdog’s proposal to fine air travellers who breach confidentiality

The Canadian Transportation Agency last month put forward an amendment that would allow it to fine airline customers who break confidentiality on complaints they file with the regulator