Accessible Transportation
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Accessible Airports - Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX) bills itself "America's Friendliest Airport" and lives up to that reputation meeting the needs of disabled passengers.
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Contributing Articles in Accessible Transportation
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Fear of Flying
Most people are familiar with the routines associated with flying but don't know the reason behind them.
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How to be Comfortable Flying
Although recent changes in airline policies have offered challenges to flyers, it's still possible to have a comfortable, as well as enjoyable flight. Here are some tips.
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10 Tips for Long Haul Flights
Practical pointers for coping with the misery of flying in economy class. Learn how to make the trip safer and more pleasant.
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Accessibility Complaint Decision
Air Transat voluntarily refunded the airfare of a woman whose accessibility needs had not been properly dealt with on a flight in 2000.
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Accessible Transport in Paris
Access to public transport in Paris is not easy for older and disabled travellers and for wheelchair users. Tips on accessible travel in and around Paris.
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Accessible Travel in Europe
Accessible travel around Europe by rail and ferry is getting easier for older and disabled people, especially since new EC regulations on access to rail travel.
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Airlines Must Pay Hearing Costs
Regarding its decision allowing disabled persons to travel with a necessary attendant at no extra fare, the Canadian Transportation Agency awards costs to the applicants.
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Obese Air Passengers Win
As part of the "one person - one fare" decision, Canadian airlines cannot charge extra to passengers who need more space because of a disability - including obesity.
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One Person, One Fare Policy
The Canadian Transportation Agency rules that severely disabled persons may fly with a personal care attendant at no extra charge. Obese persons may have extra room.
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Wheelchairs at Copenhagen Airport
One of the most pleasant airports anywhere, Denmark's Copenhagen Kastrup Airport features an open, welcoming design with easy access for those with limited mobility.
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Medical Oxygen and Airlines
The Canadian Transportation Agency will hear oral submissions from Air Canada and WestJet on October 29, 2007 concerning medical oxygen. The public may attend.
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Air Canada and Pets who Fly
Air Canada announced that as of July 15, 2007, pets must travel as air cargo, not as checked luggage. Service animals without proper documentation may be affected.
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Alberta's Red Arrow Motorcoach
Red Arrow Motorcoach operates a wheelchair-accessible luxury bus to Calgary, Edmonton, Fort McMurray, Red Deer, Banff and Lake Louise, Alberta. Attendants travel free
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VIA Rail Supreme Court Decision
The Supreme Court of Canada has found that VIA Rail must make its Renaissance rail cars accessible to persons in wheelchairs. VIA has not yet replied.
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GM Mobility Motoring
General Motor's Mobility Motoring program offers cash assistance, a range of adaptive equipment, dealerships qualified to install it, and the Sit-n-Lift power seat.
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For First Time Flyers
If you are a first-time flyer or have a fear of flying, the Flying Basics articles may help you. Seat selection, airport security, packing, weather, and more.
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Ford Mobility Motoring
Ford Motor's Mobility Motoring program offers cash assistance, a range of adaptive equipment, dealerships qualified to install it, and other support for accessibility.
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Airline Disability Complaints 2006
Details of the "Disability" category of complaints against airlines in the US for the year 2006. Government statistics and additional non-government calculations.
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Heathrow Airport Flight Status
London's Heathrow Airport is the busiest international airport in the world. Flight status information provided by airlines may be seen on Heathrow's website also.
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Flying Basics - Airport Security
A guide to airport security, the pre-board inspection, and links to the aviation security websites for Canada, Australia, USA, and the UK.
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Accessible Edmonton Airport
Edmonton International Airport prides itself on being barrier-free and on making travel accessible to disabled persons.
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Written Confirmation from Airlines
The Canadian Transport Agency ruled that an airline had to change its computer system so as to be able to confirm the special requests of passengers with disabilities.
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Canadian Transport Complaints
The Canadian Transportation Agency regulates air, passenger rail, and interprovincial ferry services and terminals in Canada. They deal with accessibility complaints.
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Canadian Air Travel Accessibility
The Canadian Transport Agency has summarized the Air Travel Accessibility Regulations, which set out the rights of passengers with disabilities.
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Air Travel Guide - Disabled Travel
Travellers with disabilities will find the Canadian Transportation Agency's brochure and website very helpful when planning to travel by air.
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