The Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport Authority’s Title VI Program
What is Title VI?
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, color or national origin under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. Title 49 of the USC section 47123, “Nondiscrimination,” further prohibits airports who receive airport improvement program funding from engaging in discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, or sex in activities carried out with money received under a grant of this subchapter.
Accessibility at Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport
In accordance with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, it is the intent of the Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport Authority (CMAA) to provide access to all public facilities, programs and services associated with its operation to all persons with disabilities.
Elevators
Public use, accessible elevators are located in the terminal building, including one on each concourse for accessible aircraft boarding. Elevators are also available in the lobby and parking garage.
Public Restrooms
All restrooms are accessible to individuals with disabilities and located throughout the terminal facility, as indicated by the International Symbol of Accessibility. Baby changing stations are available in men’s and women’s restrooms located in the concourse. Family restrooms are located on the lower level at ticketing and baggage claim, and in the concourse near Gate 7. A nursing room is also available in the concourse near Gate 7.
Parking
ADA-compliant parking spaces are located in the Short-term lot, Long-term lots, and Parking Garage.
Service Animals
Service Animals are permitted inside the terminal for appropriate purposes when properly restrained by a leash or harness. Other animals (pets) which are to be transported by air must be confined in their approved travel containers while inside the airport building. Outside the building they must be restrained by a leash or confined in a manner to be under control, such as in their travel containers.
As a reminder, please check with your airline about their specific criteria for accepting pets for travel.
A Service Animal Relief Area (SARA) is located in the concourse near Gate 7.
TSA Cares
TSA Cares is a helpline that provides information and assistance for travelers with disabilities, medical conditions and other special circumstances. Contact them 72 hours prior to traveling with questions about screening policies, procedures and what to expect at the security checkpoint.
Wheelchair Accessibility
Passengers may arrange for an escort and transport services with wheelchair assistance provided through their airline carrier. Please contact your airline, prior to your travels, to make any necessary arrangements.