What is the autism badge at the airport?

This badge, aimed at people with invisible disabilities who have difficulties in stressful environments, or those causing sensory stimulation, shows that the person may need support, help, or simply understanding, and a little more time for any activity at the airport.



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Autistics often wear a sunflower lanyard which is an internationally recognised symbol for hidden disabilities. Airport staff have been trained to recognise the lanyards and to give individuals with hidden disabilities the option to identify themselves as needing assistance.

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The TSA has an excellent video on its YouTube account that specifically addresses autism. Passengers with developmental disabilities, including autism, have the right to be screened without being separated from their traveling companions. If a pat down is required, remember you can request a private screening.

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A DPNA is an airline industry code for special service request (SSR) for a passenger with intellectual or developmental disability.

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Wearing a sunflower lanyard enables passengers to self-identify to staff that they have a hidden disability. It is a voluntary program and passengers are not required to participate.

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Tip 6: Skip the queues Once in the terminal, it is worth talking to a member of the staff near the check-in line, as they can normally send you down to a disabled or priority passenger line to check in, which is less stressful.

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JSX, Breeze, and other airlines, as well as Autism Double-Checked, provide practice boarding events across the country so families can get their kids used to flying. Some are offered in conjunction with the Arc's Wings for Autism program or other local autism organizations.

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ASD is not specifically disqualifying, and is discussed in a Federal Air Surgeon's Medical Bulletin here. While it isn't specifically disqualifying, you can expect it to take a large amount of time and money to convince the FAA that you are fit to fly.

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Overseas travel requires good preparation and research, things that autistics are good at. Another benefit of overseas travel is that being in another culture can be relaxing – especially if you find your own culture exhausting!!

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Please note that calls can be recorded for both formative and qualitative. Call records are kept for at least 90 days. Chat with a Special Assistance Agent for free.

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Yes, autism is considered a disability under SSA rules, though the SSA formally refers to it as autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Your condition can qualify for Social Security disability benefits if you are unable to work because of it and if it meets other SSA requirements for eligibility.

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It instructs airlines: “As a carrier, you must offer preboarding to passengers with a disability who self-identify at the gate as needing time or assistance to board, stow accessibility equipment, or be seated.”

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All passengers flying in a premium cabin get priority boarding. But the group you'll be assigned to depends on which class of service you're flying. Passengers in the front cabin board with Group 1.

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