In accordance with Executive Order 13166, the U.S. Department of Transportation issued its Language Access Plan (Plan). This Plan applies to all DOT operating administrations and departmental offices and outlines DOT’s policies, responsibilities, and strategies for providing...
In celebration of the 37th anniversary of the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA), the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has launched a campaign, #AccessibleAirTravel, to raise awareness about the right of air travelers with disabilities to safe, dignified, and accessible air travel. DOT is partnering with disability organizations, airlines, airports, and ticket agents in this campaign.
The charter specifies the ACAA Advisory Committee’s objective and describe general operational characteristics such as the duties assigned, membership composition, and frequency of meetings.
United Airlines has agreed to implement industry-leading actions that go above and beyond Federal requirements to improve the air travel experience for passengers who use wheelchairs.
This is the Word version of the Agreement Between U.S. Department of Transportation and United Airlines....
United Airlines has agreed to implement industry-leading actions that go above and beyond Federal requirements to improve the air travel experience for passengers who use wheelchairs.
This is the PDF version of the Agreement Between U.S. Department of Transportation and United Airlines....
The U.S. Department of Transportation is issuing a final rule to amend the Department’s Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA) regulation to improve the accessibility of lavatories on single-aisle aircraft. This final rule is intended to ensure that our air transportation system is safe and accessible to...
Overview
Section 439 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (2018 FAA Act) requires the Secretary of Transportation to establish an advisory committee to identify and assess barriers to accessible air travel, determine the extent to which DOT is addressing those barriers, recommend...