Written by John Morris, WheelchairTravel.org, June 17, 2024 Located at the confluence of three rivers, Fort Wayne, Indiana is a vibrant city, lovingly referred to by locals as a “big small town,”…
Category: Air Travel
Robbed in New York: First Crime Story in 10 Years of Wheelchair Travel
Written by John Morris, WheelchairTravel.org, June 10, 2024 Any person can fall victim of petty theft, and the lesson is obvious — never leave your bags unattended or unsecured. When I awoke…
The Police Aren’t Coming, But If They Do — Prepare to Get Paid
Written by John Morris, WheelchairTravel.org, June 7, 2024 It may be shocking to learn that airlines routinely threaten disabled passengers with arrest — here’s how to respond if it happens to you….
Collins Aerospace Joins Race to Add Wheelchair Space to Airplane
Written by John Morris, WheelchairTravel.org, May 31, 2024 Debut of second wheelchair securement space concept in Hamburg kicks off dramatic race to certification and installation in the aircraft cabin. Then there were…
Delta Air Lines’ New Convertible Seat Lets Passengers Fly With Their Wheelchairs
Written by Jonathan E. Hendry, Senior Editor Simple Flying, May 22, 2024 The airline is also introducing an accessible forward lavatory alongside economy and first class versions of the adaptable seat. SUMMARY…
The Accessible Air Travel Issue
Written by John Morris, wheelchairtravel.org, May 25, 2024 Plus a preview of the accessibility innovations I’ll be reporting on from the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg, Germany next week. Happy Saturday! With…
DOT Proposes Stronger Rules for Air Carrier Access Act
Written by Taylor Uster, Friendly Like Me, April 23, 2024 While few people enjoy the stress of getting to the airport on time, enduring all the potential mishaps of security checks, turbulence,…