Latest Accessibility News
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LAS Introduces New Sign Language Programme via Aira App
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) has announced the introduction of a new pilot programme involving the Aira ASL app.
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UK: Airport Accessibility Report Names Three Airports in 'Need of Improvement'
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has published its latest Airport Accessibility Report, which shows that three airports need improvement.
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Plaza Premium Group Becomes World’s First IATA Strategic Partner in Accessibility
Plaza Premium Group has committed to inclusive travel as the world’s first IATA Strategic Partner in Accessibility.
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London Gatwick Awarded ACI Accessibility Accreditation
London Gatwick has become the UK's first airport to receive ACI's Level 1 Accessibility Enhancement Accreditation.
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UK CAA Report Highlights Improved Accessibility Standards at Airports
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has released its annual Airport Accessibility report, showing positive trends.
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Vancouver International Airport Trials Self-Driving Robotic Pods
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is trialling self-driving robotic pods developed by A&K Robotics to enhance accessibility.
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Australia: Google Maps Indoor View Now Available at SYD
In a first for the country, Google has launched its Indoor Live View software at Sydney Airport (SYD).
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Regina & Waterloo International Airports Join Wave of Digitalization
SITA will extend the benefits of its passenger touchpoints to Regina International Airport and Region of Waterloo International Airport.
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Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Pilots Autonomous Mobility Vehicles
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Axxicom Airport Caddy are testing WHILL's autonomous mobility vehicles to transport passengers.
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Canada: Winnipeg Airport Implements Autonomous Wheelchair Service
Winnipeg International Airport has become the first in North America to implement WHILL and Scootaround's autonomous wheelchair service.
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A&K Robotics Trials Autonomous Pods at ATL
A&K Robotics, is trialling its autonomous robot pods at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
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Changi Airport to Support Passengers with Invisible Disabilities
Changi Airport Group has launched new initiatives to create a more inclusive travel experience for passengers with invisible disabilities.
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Malta International Airport Awarded ‘Autism Friendly Spaces’ Quality Label
The ‘Autism Friendly Spaces’ quality label was created to support organisations in making experiences more accessible to persons who are on …
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MIA Opens Wheelchair Charging Stations
To kick off Mobility Awareness Month, 10 new wheelchair charging stations have been installed at Miami International Airport (MIA).
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Tulsa International Set to Be First U.S. Dementia-Friendly Airport
Tulsa International Airport (TUL) is working with Dementia Friendly Tulsa to become the first dementia-friendly airport in the United States…
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Wellington Airport Launches Sunflower Lanyard
Wellington Airport is the first airport in New Zealand to launch the Hidden Disability initiative, which was first introduced in the UK.