Passengers mobility aids were Affected by Airlines

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Airlines damaged thousands of mobility aids in 2023.

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8,637 reported mobility device damage incidents as of September.

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Airlines carried almost 75,000 more mobility devices in 2023.

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Passengers said airlines need to boost employee training.

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Stephanie Groce's wheelchair was destroyed on an American Airlines flight.

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Andrew Bogdanov's wheelchair was damaged multiple times in transit.

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National standards for handling equipment can help passengers.

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Alan T. Brown's wheelchair was damaged on two recent trips.

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Better training is necessary to improve air travel authorities.

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Regulatory changes being considered for 2024 to improve accessibility.

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