Air Travel

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Secretary Pete pictured with Senator Tammy Duckworth and DOT Disability Policy Advisor Kelly Buckland.

DOT Announces “Landmark” Expansion of Accessible Air Travel Rights for Wheelchair Users

The USDOT released a final rule requiring airlines to meet higher standards for accommodating wheelchair users and disabled passengers.

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Jon Stewart on the Daily Show set next to an image of an American Airlines plane with the headline unAmerican Activities.

DOT Levies Largest-Ever Fine for Disability Discrimination Against American Airlines

American Airlines was hit with the largest fine for disability rights violations in American history — $50 million. Why did it take so long?

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John seated on stage with two panelists at the All Wheels Up Global Forum.

Timeline for Wheelchair Space on Airplanes Taking Shape

Statement suggests USDOT approval for wheelchairs in the aircraft cabin is just around the corner, with regulations to follow.

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Power wheelchair loaded onto American Airlines CRJ-700 airplane.

Lipstick on a Pig: New Tag Won’t Fix Wheelchair Handling Woes at American Airlines

American Airlines said its new luggage tag for wheelchairs would improve the disabled passenger experience, but there is no evidence of that.

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Selfie of John wearing a pink shirt and garnet baseball cap seated in business class on a Boeing 777 aircraft.

The Police Aren’t Coming, But If They Do — Prepare to Get Paid

It may be shocking to learn that airlines routinely threaten disabled passengers with arrest — here’s how to respond if it happens to you.

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Collins Aerospace Joins Race to Add Wheelchair Space to Airplane

Debut of second wheelchair securement space concept in Hamburg kicks off dramatic race to certification and installation in the aircraft cabin.

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Larger accessible lavatory concept with unique lighting features and grab bars.

Delta Wows with Updated Wheelchair Seat, Lavatory for Airplanes

Explore the updated wheelchair securement space for airplanes from Delta Flight Products, unveiled at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg, Germany.

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Still of Senator Duckworth on CBS Mornings news program.

Senator Duckworth “not at all confident” she could safely evacuate airplane

U.S. Senator and wheelchair user Tammy Duckworth accused the FAA of overlooking disabled people in airplane emergency standards and testing.

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Shadow of an airplane on the ground after takeoff.

Watch: Accessible Travel Chat on DOT Rules for Airlines (Part 2)

Watch part two of a discussion about the DOT NPRM on accessible air travel, detailing airline training, wheelchair damage and compensation.

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