DOT Launches Accessible Air Travel Campaign To commemorate the 37th anniversary of the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA), the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has launched the #AccessibleAirTravel campaign “to raise awareness about the right of air travelers with disabilities to safe, dignified and accessible air travel,” the agency said in an Oct. 5 announcement.…
Briefly: DOT Celebrates ACAA; Wheelchair Athletes Celebrate New Records in Chicago
United Airlines Agrees to Improve Conditions for Wheelchair Riders
The agreement stems from a complaint by Engracia Figueroa, who died after United damaged her wheelchair.
United Airlines has reached an agreement with the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding wheelchair-riding passengers. In a Sept. 28 news announcement, the DOT said United would “implement industry-leading actions that go above and beyond federal requirements to improve the air travel experience for passengers who use wheelchairs.” Among the changes United Airlines will be implementing…
NSM Provides ADA Sponsorship at Pilgrimage Music Festival
National Seating & Mobility has sponsored and hosted wheelchair-accessible viewing platforms for four consecutive years.
National Seating & Mobility (NSM) once again helped to make the Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival in Franklin, Tenn., more inclusive and accessible. In an Oct. 2 news announcement, NSM said it was the official Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) sponsor for the event for the fourth consecutive year. The festival is based in NSM’s…
Briefly: Calling All Innovators & Introducing an Accessible Tractor
Featuring Red Dot Awards and New Holland Agriculture.
Briefly: A September Seating Symposium & More Inclusive Places to Play
Featuring the National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel and accessible playgrounds.
Judith Heumann Newsletter Returns
The newsletter will provide quarterly updates on projects and tributes in the disability advocate’s honor.
Amtrak to Hold Aug. 30 Public Meeting on Accessibility
Amtrak is laying out plans to make its trains and facilities more accessible for people with disabilities.
Briefly: Updates from the NPIAP, NMEDA, and SafeSport
Continuing education opportunities, higher prices for auto mobility dealers, and a Paralympian ascends to SafeSport’s Chair.
NMEDA Names Its Next CEO
The next CEO of the National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association starts July 10.
Ability Center Announces Rebranding
The long-time mobility dealer has changed the names of its 18 locations.