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CAA publishes annual report on airport accessibility
For the first time since the report began, no UK airports were marked as 'poor' in the CAA's annual report for airport accessibility.
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Cardiff Airport invites passengers to join PRM and Disability Forum
Cardiff Airport is inviting passengers and third-sector organisations to have their say on accessibility as members of a new PRM and Disability Forum
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Gatwick recognised for improving services for passengers with reduced mobility
Gatwick's recent award recognises its investment into staff training as the airport focuses on giving every passenger an equal opportunity to fly.
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Pittsburgh International Airport to provide updated passenger experience
A new scheme will challenge the traditional ideas of passenger experience with customer social care, assisted by resources from Carlow University.
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Pro-active accessibility ensures the same experience for everyone
It is the aim of an airport to ease the journey and ensure it is a positive experience for all passengers, including those with reduced mobility or additional needs. Although the intention is the same, how airports are approaching this varies.
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Sydney Airport has launched a new assistance service for passengers
The new service provides a qualified professional to assist passengers who need extra assistance; ensuring a high-quality experience for all.
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Gatwick trials new assistance system for passengers with additional needs
Blind and visually-impaired passengers can now access free 24/7 assistance at Gatwick Airport via the camera on mobile phones.
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Edinburgh Airport invests in new PRM assistive technology
Edinburgh Airport upgrades its technology to allow a more personal connection between a passenger with reduced mobility and the airport's control room.
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Hermes Airports raises awareness of flying with autism
Ahead of World Autism Awareness Day, on 2 April 2019, Hermes Airports is raising awareness for the challenges people with autism face while travelling through an airport.
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Cork Airport introduces new scheme for people with hidden disabilities
A new lanyard system at Cork Airport is hoped to allow people with hidden disabilities to gain the help they need to better navigate the airport.
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Government pledges to improve flying for those with nut allergies
Following a meeting with airlines and allergy sufferers, the Government wants to see improved clarity and consistency in how the aviation industry deals with allergies.
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What technology trends should airports look out for in 2019?
Technology has always been at the forefront of progression in the aviation industry, but what can we look forward to in 2019? Here are 10 of the technologies set to make a big impact...
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Heathrow to employ new Multimobby vehicles to improve mobility
The new electric vehicles are able to carry up to seven passengers through the terminals quickly, efficiently and safely, improving mobility through the airport.
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Rick Hansen Foundation awards Vancouver certification for accessibility
Vancouver International has received the gold rating from the RHFAC programme and is the first airport to receive the rating.
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Heathrow Airport launches new app for visually impaired passengers
An investment of £23 million for the 6,000 visually impaired passengers that travel through Heathrow each year results in an app which connects those in need to trained professionals.
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