Love the Journey Blog

January 2022 — In recognition of its continued health and safety response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Bradley International Airport has achieved reaccreditation from the Airports Council International (ACI) World Health Accreditation program.

“Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have increasingly emphasized the implementation of safety protocols at Bradley International Airport to prioritize the well-being of our passengers and employees,” said Kevin A. Dillon, A.A.E., Executive Director of the Connecticut Airport Authority. “We are pleased to have our comprehensive response once again recognized through the rigorous ACI health accreditation process. This is a tremendous recognition of our airport-wide commitment to offer the safest facilities possible for all airport users.”

During the extensive accreditation process, ACI assesses the airport’s response and safety measures throughout the entire passenger journey in line with industry best practices. This includes evaluation of the airport’s cleaning and disinfection, physical distancing (where feasible and practical), staff protection, physical layout modifications, passenger communications, and passenger facility enhancements.

The Connecticut Airport Authority voluntary initiated the reassessment after receiving its initial health accreditation from ACI in December 2020.

In addition to surpassing these high industry safety standards, Bradley International Airport offers:

• Contactless access to the parking garage and surfaces lots through the airport’s free parking rewards program
• An opportunity to apply for TSA PreCheck at the airport’s enrollment site. TSA PreCheck speeds up the screening process and also helps reduce touchpoints
• Contactless meal ordering, allowing passengers to easily purchase food online for pick-up on their journey through the airport

Additionally, the airport is continuing to offer voluntary COVID-19 testing for passengers and airport employees in the main terminal’s baggage claim. Free COVID-19 vaccinations/boosters are also available on certain days in the same location. A federal face covering mandate is also in place for everyone, regardless of their vaccination status.

Passengers can learn more about the aforementioned services and what to expect when traveling at Bradley International Airport by visiting www.bradleyairport.com.

About Airports Council International

Airports Council International (ACI), the trade association of the world’s airports, was founded in 1991 with the objective of fostering cooperation among its member airports and other partners in world aviation, including the International Civil Aviation Organization, the International Air Transport Association and the Civil Air Navigation Services Organization. In representing the best interests of airports during key phases of policy development, ACI makes a significant contribution toward ensuring a global air transport system that is safe, secure, customer-centric and environmentally sustainable. As of January 2020, ACI serves 668 members, operating 1979 airports in 176 countries.

Bradley International Airport (BDL) invites you to love the journey at New England's second-largest airport. Recognized nationally by leading travel publications for its ease of travel, Bradley International Airport is ready to welcome you with new nonstops, expanded services, and convenient travel. The award-winning airport is operated by the Connecticut Airport Authority, and its operations are entirely self-funded. The airport contributes nearly $3.6 billion to the regional economy.

*Some nonstop flights may operate only during certain time periods of the year (seasonally). For the latest flight information, please visit the airline's website.