Wings for All Event on May 3 to Make Traveling a Breeze for People with Disabilities

VersAbility Resources, The Arc US, and Norfolk International Airport are excited to once again co-host a Wings for All® event on Saturday, May 3, 2025. This unique program provides individuals with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), along with their families, the opportunity to practice navigating the airport experience in a structured and supportive environment.

Wings for All is designed to alleviate the stress and uncertainty that individuals with IDD and their families may experience when traveling. Participants will have the opportunity to go through the full airport process, from check-in and TSA security screening to boarding an aircraft. The event also serves as an educational opportunity for airport, airline, and TSA personnel to better understand how to enhance the travel experience for passengers of all abilities.

“We are thrilled to partner with The Arc US and Norfolk International Airport to bring this important program to the Hampton Roads community once again,” said Keltie Bransford, VersAbility’s marketing and development manager. “By providing individuals with IDD the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the airport process, we are helping to reduce anxiety and build confidence for future travel.”

Volunteers from Hampton University’s Aviation Program will also be on hand to assist with event programming, ensuring that participants receive the guidance and support they need throughout the experience.

The event is free to families and open to all individuals with IDD, but pre-registration is required as space is limited.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025

Location: Norfolk International Airport

Schedule:

1:30 pm – Registration/Check-In

2:30 pm – Board the Plane

3:30 pm – Reception

Participants can register online at https://fs30.formsite.com/wingsforautism/pbi7eq5ela/index.

For more information about Wings for All, visit thearc.org. To learn more about the May 3 event at Norfolk International Airport, contact Keltie Bransford with VersAbility Resources at kbransford@versability.org or 757-896-6473.