Sean Manning, the spokesperson for DOT, said that under the supervision and directions of Secretary Buttigieg, the FAA has been doing their job of organizing and supporting research related to the installment of wheelchair restraint systems to allow these individuals to fly in their comfort zone within the aircraft’s cabin. The good news is that the FAA has not yet identified any major issues that could pose a barrier to the wheelchair’s installation. With this, they are also working on solutions that can assist in reducing any sort of minor issues so that these special passengers get no chance to complain at all. The body is expected to determine the practicality of wheelchairs in the airplane by the end of 2025.
Will Wheelchair Users Be Able To Fly Next Year?
We understand your excitement regarding Delta Airlines’ new wheelchair seats, which will be ready by the end of next year. But hang on—these seats will still not be ready to use unless and until the FAA and DOT provide everyone, especially the wheelchair users, with technical information that the new seats are feasible. The airlines will take their time to complete the installation of the new wheelchair seats and also get the accommodation approved on an individual basis from the concerned regulators.
