Erwin envisions a streamlined process that not only saves the airlines money, but gives disabled individuals the basic dignity afforded all other airline passengers. “Our solution is for those who use electric wheelchairs, as well as properly modified manual wheelchairs, to independently maneuver themselves onto the plane with dignity and safety.”

Through funding from various international advocacy groups, All Wheels Up has determined that the Federal Aviation Agency’s safety requirements can be met with current technology, and “are now getting started on working with regulators … to see how we can make airplanes accessible,” according to its website.

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