The U.S. Department of Transportation has released new regulations designed to safeguard consumers, increase competition and protect disabled air travelers.
Budget carriers like Spirit Airlines cut many of the bundled comforts offered by major airlines – but what about wheelchair assistance & accessibility?
Many international budget airlines impose restrictions on the size and type of wheelchairs they will transport. AirAsia says “Everyone can fly,” except the disabled.
A disability travel report from the 2016 Freddie Awards in Las Vegas, where the best loyalty and rewards programs in the travel industry were recognized.
What procedures exist to safely evacuate disabled air travelers? I spoke with American Airlines and flight attendants from 3 major carriers to find out.