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IMPACTS OF AGING TRAVELERS ON AIRPORTS The number of aging and elderly travelers is increasing, challenging airports and airlines to respond to the physical and psychological needs of this important demographic. According to the Administration on Aging, the number of persons over 65 years of age is projected to increase from 40 million in 2010 to 70 million -- from 13% to 19% of the population -- by 2030.
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2 The interviews indicated that there was certainly an industry awareness of the special needs of elderly passengers. In all cases, close attention was being paid to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
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