Lexington, KY’s Blue Grass Airport (LEX) has become the latest U.S. airport to roll-out the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program, so travelers can signal to workers they have a non-visible disability or condition and may need a helping hand with the travel process.
LEX has facilitated Sunflower program awareness initiatives amongst employees and on-property partners that interact with airport passengers and visitors. Sunflower lanyards are available in a freestanding display in front of Blue Grass Airport’s TSA Security Checkpoint, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
“Traveling has the potential to be a stressful experience for anyone, especially someone who may be facing a disability or condition that could impact their travel experience,” said Eric Frankl, LEX president and CEO. “By making Sunflower lanyards available to Blue Grass Airport passengers, our efforts will be worthwhile if we positively impact just one individual’s travel experience.”
