Air Travel Disabilities And The TSA
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Air Travel, Disabilities, and the TSA
Traveling with a disability presents challenges, but the TSA aims to facilitate a smooth experience at security checkpoints.
Overview
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) prioritizes both security and customer service for all travelers, ensuring that individuals with disabilities receive respectful and considerate treatment. Everyone must be screened before entering secure areas, but the TSA focuses on doing this with dignity.
TSA's Commitment to Accessibility
To enhance the travel experience for individuals with disabilities, the TSA has developed a specialized program for screening those with various disabilities, including mobility, hearing, visual, and hidden disabilities. Working with over 70 disability-related organizations, the TSA incorporates the needs of these individuals into its operations.
Liquid and Gel Policies
Following the initial restriction on liquids, gels, and aerosols, the TSA now allows small, travel-sized liquids through checkpoints. Increased security measures ensure these items are safe. Passengers can also purchase drinks in secure areas and bring them on flights.
Procedures for Persons with Disabilities
The TSA's screening procedures for travelers with disabilities remain unchanged despite current security threats. Disability-related equipment and devices are permitted through checkpoints once cleared.
Permitted Medical Liquids and Items
Travelers with disabilities or medical conditions can bring:
- Prescription and over-the-counter medications (liquids, gels, aerosols), including items like eye drops and saline solution.
- Liquids such as water, juice, or liquid nutrition for medical needs.
- Life-supporting liquids like blood products and transplant organs.
- Medical or cosmetic items like prosthetic products containing liquids.
- Gels or frozen liquids for cooling medical items.
For liquid medications exceeding 3 ounces, travelers must declare them to a Transportation Security Officer. Declarations can be verbal, written, or made through a companion or caregiver. These items should be separated from other belongings during x-ray screening.
By tailoring its processes and policies, the TSA strives to make air travel accessible and comfortable for passengers with disabilities and medical needs.
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