Supporting Neurodivergent Passengers Through Communication
Supporting Neurodivergent Travellers Through Communication: An Interview with Tara Harnwell Jones from Find Your Voice Communication can transform a journey. For many neurodivergent travellers and those who experience sensory overwhelm or shutdown, having the right tools available at the right moment can mean the difference between panic and empowerment. In this guest interview, we speak […]
Supporting Neurodiversity in Air Travel: Making UK Airports More Accessible for Every Mind
Air travel is inherently stressful: bright lights, sudden noises, crowds, frequent changes in instructions. For neurodivergent travellers, such as people with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia or other neurological differences, these factors can escalate anxiety, disorientation or sensory overload. As the demand for accessible travel rises, UK airports and airlines must deepen their commitment to supporting […]
Finding Freedom in the Skies: Millie Bridger’s Story
Guest contribution from Millie Bridger: advocate, writer, community-builder, and Non-Executive Director with Access-air-bility. She leads milliebridger.com sharing lived experience, tools, and connection under the motto: “Inclusion first, happiness always.” Finding Freedom in the Skies: Millie Bridger’s Story Travel has always felt like magic to me. The moment a plane lifts into the air, the world […]
Championing Inclusion: A Conversation with Professor Chandrika Devarakonda
At Access-Air-Bility, we’re dedicated to bringing new voices and perspectives into the conversation around accessibility and inclusion in air travel. To explore the principles that shape inclusive practice more broadly, we spoke with Professor Chandrika Devarakonda of the University of Chester. Her work in early childhood, diversity, and inclusive education offers lessons that reach far […]
Cost of Accessibility Failures: Seven Figures You Can’t Ignore
Airports and airlines lose millions by failing to meet accessibility standards. From broken wheelchairs to avoidable delays, poor service for passengers with disabilities causes real financial harm. This blog post explains how investing in access pays off—quickly and clearly.
Accessible Airports: Ten Lessons Every Airport Must Learn
This blog post explores how to make airports accessible for everyone. It reviews legal rights, key challenges, technology solutions, and the role of training and feedback. You’ll learn what makes an airport inclusive—and what’s still missing.
Accessibility in Air Travel: Four Changes That Raise Standards
Accessibility makes air travel better for everyone. With clearer communication, smarter tech, inclusive culture, and real-time feedback, we can remove barriers and build confidence. These four changes benefit all travellers.
Flying to America with a Disability: Seven Essential Hacks
Flying to America with a disability is different from flying within the UK. This guide explains the U.S. laws, your rights, and what to expect at each step of your trip. You’ll find practical advice to make your journey smoother and know who to contact if something goes wrong.
Inclusive Air Travel: Five Breakthrough Ideas For Accessibility
Accessible air travel is no longer a distant dream – it’s becoming reality through inclusive design, assistive technology, staff training, policy reform, and passenger advocacy. This blog explores the five most promising developments shaping a more inclusive future for aviation.
Air Travel Accessibility Laws: Three Powerful Protections Explained
This article explains the laws that make air travel more accessible in the UK. It covers how the Civil Aviation Act, Equality Act, and EU Regulation 1107/2006 help passengers with disabilities, and what needs to improve.