[blindlaw] ada and air travel

[Steve P. Deeley]

That is interesting.  What sort of claims have been filed by blind 
individuals.  What were some of the situations?

Steve
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Peter Donahue" <pdonahue1 at sbcglobal.net>
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Subject: Re: [blindlaw] ada and air travel


> Good afternoon,
>
>    The ADA does not apply to airlines. Airlines are covered by the United
> States Air Carrier Access Act, (ACAA.) I don't remember the exact numbers
> and such but if there are charges to be filed against an airline due to
> alleged discrimination against the disabled they must be brought under the
> Air Carrier Access Act, not the Americans With Disabilities Act. Here's
> hoping this puts you on the correct litigation path.
>
> Peter Donahue
>
>
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> Hi Folks:
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> Anyone on the lists have experience or knowledge regarding the ADA and 
> suits
> against air carriers for violations available for quick consult?  Thanks
>
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