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Chicago partners with Aria for accessibility services at O'Hare & Midway
Passengers at O’Hare and Midway International Airports who are blind or have low vision can now receive assistance through the Aira app, available at both airports. The app, developed by visual interpreting company Aira, is free for users within the airports, with costs covered by the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA).
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O'Hare welcomes five new concessions including Publican Quality Bread
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) welcomed five new concessions to Terminal 5 at O’Hare International Airport during a series of grand opening events today. Publican Quality Bread, Six Points Market, Metropolis Coffee Company, InMotion, and BLVD & Branch all bring a variety of food, beverage, and retail options to the airport.
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O'Hare International Airport wins 'Favorite Airport Dining' award for fifth consecutive year
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will accept the award for Favorite Airport Dining from Trazee Travel at the 10th annual Trazees Awards this evening in Nashville, Tenn., CDA Commissioner Jamie L. Rhee announced today. This marks the fifth consecutive year the airport has earned top honors in this category.
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Chicago’s airports prepare for over 1.75 million travelers during Independence Day weekend
Summer travel is underway at O’Hare and Midway International Airports, with projections indicating over 1.75 million passengers will pass through the airports between Wednesday, July 3 and Monday, July 8.
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Chicago Airports Partner with Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program
In recognition of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) has announced a new partnership with the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program. The initiative aims to raise awareness of hidden disabilities and create more accessible and inclusive spaces using a Sunflower symbol.
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O'Hare International Airport marks construction milestone on new Terminal 5 parking garage
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) and its construction partners celebrated a significant milestone on Friday, marking the placement of the final beam on a new six-story parking garage at O’Hare International Airport's Terminal 5. This event, known as a "topping-off," signifies an important step in the city's ongoing efforts to modernize the airport.
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ComEd awards CDA $326,000 following completion of energy-efficient lighting project
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) and ComEd celebrated the completion of an energy-efficient lighting project at O’Hare International Airport's Terminals 1 and 3. The project aligns with the City of Chicago's commitment to cleaner and more efficient energy practices.