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1. Public transport and aircraft are required to be accessible?
Yes. In Italy, buses, trains, subways, and airports must ensure access to and spaces appropriate to the people with disabilities.
To transport on road and rail: Legislative decree of January 9, 2008, no. 5 and european regulations.
For the air transport: Regulation (EC) no. 1107/2006 guarantee assistance to persons with disabilities and reduced mobility in airports and on board aircraft.
2. How to check whether a vehicle, a train station or an airport is accessible?
You can consult the official websites of the transportation companies, airlines and airportsor use the apps to be accessible paths as HandiMap.
HandiMap allows you to locate stations, stops, airports, and locations without barriersplanning travel safely and independently.
3. There are economic benefits?
Yes. Many regions offer reduced rates or free tickets for public transport, after the official documentation.
Some airlines provide facilities for people with disabilities or free assistance for passengers with reduced mobility.
4. What to do if feedback barriers or problems?
Report immediately problem to service manager or the airline stating the place, date, and type of barrier.
In the case of non-responseyou can contact to associations and institutions that protect the rights of people with disabilities.
You can also see HandiMap to locate accessible routes and report any barriers.
5. Where to find official information?
You can see the institutional portals, the transport companies and the airports for the latest information on accessibility, assistance and benefits.
Useful links
The ministry of infrastructure and transport
The Italian federation for the rights of persons with disabilities
Authority Of The National Anti-Corruption
(National Civil Aviation Authority)
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