Eisenhower National Airport Is ICT Ready to Fly

Ensuring the health and safety of the traveling public and airport workers is the top priority at Wichita Eisenhower National Airport (ICT). Eisenhower launched its “ICT Ready to Fly” campaign in May, based on recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and other health experts. It is designed to keep people safely distanced and protected from the spread of COVID-19.

So what should travelers expect when they arrive at ICT?

It is now mandatory that passengers wear face coverings onboard the airplane and in ICT’s terminal. Travelers can purchase masks and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) supplies at ICT’s Air Capital Market or the vending machine located on the main floor next to the ATM.

Passengers are encouraged to check in for flights at home or use a mobile device to reduce touchpoints in the ticketing area. They should also be prepared to check their bags and have travel documents verified. Passengers will see social distancing labels on the floor at each ticket counter and gate.

ICT’s enhanced cleaning processes include electrostatic spraying, effective against many microorganisms dealt with on a daily basis. Cutting-edge disinfection products are used on high touch areas like seating, handrails, elevator buttons, escalators, restroom doors, ticketing kiosks and shuttle buses.

Hand sanitizer stations are placed throughout ICT’s terminal. Plastic protective shields are installed at key high traffic areas with face-to-face customer interaction, including ticket counters, TSA checkpoint, boarding gates, information desk, and concession point-of-sale counters. Social distancing and health messaging have been placed on all terminal advertising monitor screens, along with periodic public address system announcements.

ICT has reduced its operational footprint and lowered overhead costs for cleaning and maintenance by closing the restrooms on the north end of the concourse and the Kids Play Area. Escalators are shut down at night for thorough cleaning.

TSA Officers wear face masks and clean bins with alcohol after each use. They also change their gloves after every inspection and sanitize in between. The temperature of employees is taken at the beginning and end of their shifts.

Dunkin’ Donuts, Chick Fil A, River City Brewing, and the Air Capital Bar are open at ICT. Floor labels have been installed to remind passengers to social distance. Food can be ordered “to go” to eliminate close seating. Occupied tables are 6 feet apart from any other tables in all directions.

The Air Capital Market, located in the center of the terminal, is open and offers a variety of items such as snacks, drinks, t-shirts, souvenirs, etc. Scanners are available to customers who do not want employees to handle their purchases. All associates wear masks and have their temperature taken each day. Hand sanitizer is available for the customers to use at the registers.

ICT wants to assure passengers that it’s cleaner, healthier and safer than ever to fly. The airport is responding to the changing needs and when passengers are ready to travel, ICT is ready for you.