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Accessibility

Accessibility & Special Assistance

At Huntsville International Airport, we are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible experience for all travelers. We strive to ensure that every passenger can travel safely and comfortably. Below, you’ll find information about the services we offer to support passengers with disabilities and special needs.

Services & Amenities

Wheelchair & Assistance Requests

Please notify your airline in advance of your flight to arrange for wheelchair assistance, passenger loading lifts, personal assistance throughout a connection, or escort assistance for minors.

Accompanying a Special Needs Traveler

If a traveler requires an escort for assistance through the airport, contact your airline in advance to arrange for support. SkyCap and airline personnel are available to assist with check-in, security screening, navigating the terminal, and boarding the aircraft. Family members or caregivers may also request a gate pass from the airline to accompany the traveler to the departure gate.

Mamava Lactation Station

For nursing mothers, HSV offers private Mamava suites, located between Gates 2A/B and Gate 4. These suites provide a comfortable, private space with benches, fold-down tables, and electrical outlets, along with access to a family bathroom in the public area. Our new family bathrooms located after Gate 4 offer private rooms for nursing mothers and their babies.

Accessible Parking

Designated accessible parking spaces are available in all airport parking facilities, located near terminal entrances for convenience. Learn more about parking at the airport.

Elevators & Ramps

Our terminals are fully equipped with elevators, ramps, and automatic doors to ensure seamless mobility.

Restroom Accessibility

Two family restrooms are located adjacent to Gate 4 with specialized equipment to accommodate babies and small children. The restroom marked “Companion Care” features an adult-size changing table that pulls down from the wall.

TSA Cares & Security Assistance

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) offers TSA Cares, a program providing assistance during security screening for travelers with disabilities, medical conditions or other special needs.. Passengers needing extra support can contact TSA Cares at least 72 hours before travel at 855-787-2227, TSA-ContactCenter@dhs.gov, or by visiting www.tsa.gov/travel/passenger-support.

Service Animals

Travelers with service animals are welcome. Relief areas are available both inside and outside the terminal.

Medical Aid Services

Our Public Safety team, with trained Emergency Medical Technicians, is on staff 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you need immediate medical assistance, please dial 911. Learn more about our Public Safety Team.

Preparing for Your Journey

To ensure a smooth and stress-free experience, we recommend:

Notifying Your Airline

If you require special assistance getting around the airport, notify your airline at least 48 hours before departure.

Notifying TSA Cares

If you require special assistance getting through TSA screening, notify TSA Cares at least 72 hours before travel at 855-787-2227 or TSA-ContactCenter@dhs.gov.

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Arriving Early

Allow extra time for check-in, security screening, and boarding. We suggest 90 minutes to two hours before your departure time.

ADA Compliance & Non-Discrimination

Huntsville International Airport strictly adheres to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA). We are committed to preventing discrimination based on disability and continually assess our facilities and services to meet or exceed accessibility requirements.

Civil Rights Coordinator

Amy Murphree
Huntsville-Madison County Airport Authority

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