GOVERNMENT ASSISTANCE
Post Date: November 16, 2018
GOVERNMENT TRAVEL ASSISTANCE
There are two government agencies who are prepared to assist travelers with disabilities — The U.S. Department of Transportation and the Transportation Security Administration. Both have resources available online to help.
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)
The DOT Aviation Consumer Protection Division (ACPD) reviews and responds to consumer complaints and helps all people understand their rights under the law. Their website (open in new window) contains important information about rules and enforcement related to consumer and civil rights for all air travelers.
By Phone:
Hotline for Air Travelers with Disabilities: 1-800-778-4838 (voice) or 1-800-455-9880 (TTY)
Aviation Consumer Protection Division: 1-202-366-2220 (voice) or 202-366-0511 (TTY)
By Mail:
Aviation Consumer Protection Division, C-75, U.S. Department of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Ave., SE
West Building, Room W96-432
Washington, DC 20590
TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ADMINISTRATION (TSA)
TSA has set up a special website (open in new window) that provides information for passengers requiring special accommodations while going through the security screening process at the airport. Passengers should call 72 hours in advance of traveling with any questions regarding screening policies, procedures, etc.
TSA Cares Helpline: 1-855-787-2227 or Federal Relay: 711
Email TSA Cares
