İGA Istanbul Airport has become the first airport in the world to be accredited under Airports Council International (ACI) World’s new Accessibility Enhancement Accreditation programme, a first-of-its-kind project dedicated to airport accessibility.
It was developed as a collaboration between accessibility advocacy groups, airports, industry partners and ACI.
The programme was launched earlier this year to encourage improvement in accessibility for passengers with disabilities, which includes people with physical and non-apparent disabilities.
This level of accreditation achieved by İGA Istanbul Airport is designed to help airports measure, evaluate, and improve their accessibility management and culture.
“Air travel accessibility continues to be a priority for the industry, and this has been reflected in our recent advocacy work with governments through the International Civil Aviation Organisation, as well as the resources we are developing for airports. The input from the accessibility community was absolutely crucial for this programme as we work to make an air travel system for all people – one that is equitable, inclusive and accessible,” says ACI World DG, Luis Felipe de Oliveira. “We hope to welcome more airports in the coming year.”
“We view accessibility as a fundamental human right. As İGA Istanbul Airport, with the support of our stakeholders, we ensure to provide equal, respectful and professional treatment in accessing our services for, promote an exceptional environment for and create an inclusive culture that hires and supports people with disabilities,” adds İGA Istanbul Airport CEO, Kadri Samsunlu.
