Emirates becomes first Autism Certified Airline and expands travel rehearsal program to 17 cities

Emirates has announced its status as the world's first Autism Certified Airline and is expanding its 'Travel Rehearsal' program to 17 global cities to support neurodiverse travelers. The announcement was made on X.

According to Emirates, the airline received the designation of the world’s first Autism Certified Airline from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This recognition followed extensive autism awareness and sensitivity training completed by over 30,000 Emirates employees across various customer-facing roles. The certification represents a significant organizational effort to enhance inclusivity for neurodiverse passengers.

As reported by Arabian Business, Emirates has launched its 'Travel Rehearsal' initiative in 17 cities worldwide, including Paris, Brisbane, Toronto, Dubai, and Manchester. These sessions are conducted in collaboration with local autism organizations and provide neurodiverse children and their caregivers an opportunity to practice the airport journey in a controlled environment. The program aims to build confidence and reduce travel-related anxiety for first-time flyers with sensory sensitivities.