About
Traveling with loved ones who have special needs can be intimidating. Navigating MSP Airport helps ease the anxiety with free, practice runs through the airport. A partnership between the Metropolitan Airports Commission, Fraser, and the Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM), this program allows you to:
- Experience TSA security screening procedures
- Explore the terminal
- Board a plane and meet a pilot
- Prepare for takeoff
- Gather helpful tips and resources
Registration
IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to overwhelming interest in the program, only individuals/families who plan to fly in the near future can participate at this time. If you’re not flying, you will be put on a waitlist.
To inquire about an upcoming event, please fill out the registration form and send it to NavigatingMSP@mspmac.org. We will respond in 3-5 business days to confirm your registration or position on the waitlist.
Upcoming events:
- January 4 at 1 p.m.
- February 1 at 1 p.m.
- March 1 at 1 p.m.
- April 5 at 1 p.m.
- May 3 at 1 p.m.
- June 7 at 1 p.m.
- July 12 at 1 p.m.
- August 9 at 1 p.m.
- September 13 at 1 p.m.
- October 4 at 10 a.m.
- November 1 at 1 p.m.
- December 13 at 1 p.m.
Questions? Contact Shelly Lopez at 612-726-5239 or NavigatingMSP@mspmac.org.
Additional Resources
View information from the TSA on traveling with disabilities and medical conditions.
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