Travel Safety and Security
Air Travel Safety and Security are the primary concerns of most air travelers. The issues, statistics and facts are compiled here to keep you informed.
Air Travel Tips for People with Disabilities
Mobility International USA sent along a really well-researched, straightforward feature on air travel tips for people with disabilities.
Mobility International USA sent along a really well-researched, straightforward feature on air travel tips for people with disabilities.
Accessible Air Travel: A Guide for People with Disabilities
"Knowing ahead of time about procedures for boarding the aircraft, stowage of assistive devices including a wheelchair, assistance from the cabin crew, etc., is the key to having a smooth trip", states Terry Moakley of the United Spinal Association.
"Knowing ahead of time about procedures for boarding the aircraft, stowage of assistive devices including a wheelchair, assistance from the cabin crew, etc., is the key to having a smooth trip", states Terry Moakley of the United Spinal Association.
Bringing Car Seats on a Flight for Infants and Toddlers Under Two
It isn't a requirement yet, but more and more government civil aviation authorities are pushing for some form of mandatory use of approved car seats for infants and toddlers under 2.
It isn't a requirement yet, but more and more government civil aviation authorities are pushing for some form of mandatory use of approved car seats for infants and toddlers under 2.
Invisible Armor
Invisible Armor is a sanitizer that is considered safer than many of the alcohol-based ones on the market.
Invisible Armor is a sanitizer that is considered safer than many of the alcohol-based ones on the market.
EU Blacklist of Airlines
The European Union has a blacklist of airlines that are not permitted to fly into the countries of the European Union due to safety concerns. The list does change from time to time.
The European Union has a blacklist of airlines that are not permitted to fly into the countries of the European Union due to safety concerns. The list does change from time to time.
Air Travel and Tuberculosis, Tropical and Contagious Diseases on Airlines
The case of a virulent, and possibly drug-resistant form of tuberculosis brought on board by a young lawyer from Atlanta who traveled to Europe and back.
The case of a virulent, and possibly drug-resistant form of tuberculosis brought on board by a young lawyer from Atlanta who traveled to Europe and back.
What Are TSA Backscatter or Body Imaging X-Ray Machines at Airports?
What Are TSA Backscatter or Body Imaging X-Ray Machines at Airports? Our Student Travel Guide answers.
What Are TSA Backscatter or Body Imaging X-Ray Machines at Airports? Our Student Travel Guide answers.
More Airports Installing TSA Body Imaging Scanners
Our Student Travel Guide gives the naked view on the newest, revealing scanners.
Our Student Travel Guide gives the naked view on the newest, revealing scanners.
Pregnant and Flying - policies of airlines in the Americas
The airline policies regarding pregnant travelers during different stages of pregnancy.
The airline policies regarding pregnant travelers during different stages of pregnancy.
Pregnant and Flying - policies of airlines Europe/Africa
Airline policies regarding pregnant passengers during different stages of pregnancy.
Airline policies regarding pregnant passengers during different stages of pregnancy.
Pregnant and Flying - policies of airlines in Asia/Australia/Pacific
Policies of airlines in Asia/Australia/Pacific for the pregnant air traveler.
Policies of airlines in Asia/Australia/Pacific for the pregnant air traveler.
When Children travel Alone
The common term that is used to describe children who fly alone is unaccompanied minors (also known as UMs). Particular rules apply to these young travelers, and there are travel tips to help make the experience easier.
The common term that is used to describe children who fly alone is unaccompanied minors (also known as UMs). Particular rules apply to these young travelers, and there are travel tips to help make the experience easier.
Remembering 9/11 - My Memories of September 11, 2001
September 11, 2001 started like any ordinary day for millions of people, but it is the day that changed air travel.
September 11, 2001 started like any ordinary day for millions of people, but it is the day that changed air travel.
Air travel tips for a safe trip
Travel tips that cover how to stay in contact, and protect yourself in airports, etc. should make it into a travel schedule.
Travel tips that cover how to stay in contact, and protect yourself in airports, etc. should make it into a travel schedule.
Fear of Flying - Aviophobia
Our About.com Guide to Anxiety & Panic Disorders has created a resource list for fearful flyers.
Our About.com Guide to Anxiety & Panic Disorders has created a resource list for fearful flyers.
Fear of Flying?
This site allows you to take a free online course to address the fear of flying. A message board lets you share your experiences with others.
This site allows you to take a free online course to address the fear of flying. A message board lets you share your experiences with others.
Travel Health
The Center for Disease Control provides an immense amount of information about risks to the health of travelers.
The Center for Disease Control provides an immense amount of information about risks to the health of travelers.