DAD Note: Cape May, NJ is reachable via Lewes Ferry as well.
CVG Airport Partners with Aira ASL
Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) announced they will be offering free access to Aira ASL, an app providing on-demand American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting for the Deaf community. The airport also offers Aira Explorer App, for the blind and low-vision travelers. By adding Aira ASL coverage, CVG is enhancing the range of accessibility services available and supporting greater ease of travel for more people.
Video clip demonstrating the technology
More information at https://www.cvgairport.com/accessibility
DAD Note: Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT) added the same service around the same time. See announcement at https://manchester.inklink.news/mht-airport-expands-partnership-with-aira-to-include-american-sign-language-interpretation.
Update 2: More airports are now offering the same service. Rochester, NY (Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport) is one of them.
ANA Updates Sign Language Badge for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Passengers
As part of its commitment to create “A Sky Welcoming Everyone”, and in the run-up to Tokyo’s 2025 Deaflympics, the ANA (All Nippon Airways) group is redesigning badges worn by cabin crew and airport staff fluent in Japanese Sign Language.