Occupational Therapy’s Role in Establishing Inclusive and Accessible Air Travel

Sixty-one million individuals in the United States have a disability, with impairments in one or more of the following areas: mobility, cognition, hearing, vision, and self-care (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2018). These impairments may lead to decreased participation in meaningful activities, including air travel. Many individuals with disabilities desire to participate in air travel; however, they often are limited or hesitant because of past experiences or perceived