The European Disability Forum launches the 9th Human Rights Report on air travel for persons with disabilities. In this online event, we will present the main findings of the report, including:
- The main barriers to air transport for persons with disabilities.
- The gaps in applicable EU legislation.
- The implementation EU legislation by Airlines, Airports and National Enforcement Bodies (NEBs).
- Good practices improving access to air transport.
- Recommendations for policymakers and industry.
The presentation of the findings will be followed by a panel discussion between persons with disabilities, accessibility experts, airlines and public authorities.
Moderator: Marie Denninghaus, EDF Policy and Capacity Building Manager
14:00 – 14.05h Housekeeping rules
14.05 – 14.15h Introductory remarks
- Gunta Anca, EDF Vice-president
14:15 – 14.45h Presentation of findings from the report
- Daniel Casas – EDF Accessibility Policy Officer
- Francesca Lo Castro – Consultant for the Human Rights Report
14:45 – 15.00h Q&A from participants
Break 15:00 – 15:10h
15:10 – 15:40h Reactions to the Report and panel discussion
- Kamil Goungor – European Network of Independent Living (ENIL)
- National Civil Aviation Authority – TBC
- Ann Frye – Accessible EU Expert on Transport
- Michael Harrington – Airlines Representation International (AIRE)
15:40 – 15:55h Q&A from participants
15.55 – 16.00h Concluding remarks
- Elisabeth Kotthaus, Head of Unit at DG Move (European Commission)