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- Emergency / Medical Services at Myrtle Beach MYR Airport
Medical Aid Facilities
There are no medical aid facilities within the Terminal Building. However, MYR Airport has trained Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) on staff 24/7. If you need medical assistance, contact the nearest airline, police officer, Horry County employee or rental car representative. There are several Automatic External Defibrilators (AED) located throughout the public areas of the terminal.
- People With Special Needs / Persons With Disabilities at Myrtle Beach MYR Airport
MYR AIRPORT ACCESSABILITY:
The airport conforms to State and Federal accessibility codes.
For those using wheelchairs, the airport offers specially designed ramps, curbs, doors and elevators. Located on both levels of the Terminal Building are signs that feature Braille to assist the visually impaired. In addition, seeing-eye/service dogs are permitted in the Terminal Building and on aircraft (please check with your airline).
Airline ticketing and baggage claim are also accessible. Upon prior request, airlines offer special escort and transport services with wheelchair assistance provided from the curb to the security checkpoint and then to the aircraft boarding gate.
ADA Facilities & Services
Parking
Myrtle Beach International Airport offers designated handicap parking spaces for your convenience in all public & employee parking lots.
Screening Checkpoint
In order to assist persons with disabilities or medical concerns, the Transportation Security Administration has developed guidelines with input from various groups. Passengers should check with the TSA web site (www.tsa.gov) for further information.
Medical Aid Facilities
There are no medical aid facilities located within the Terminal Building. However, the Myrtle Beach International Airport has trained Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) on staff 24-hours a day, seven days a week. If you do need medical assistance, please contact the nearest airline, police officer, Horry County employee or rental car representative. There are several Automatic External Defibulator (AED) devices located throughout all public spaces in the terminal.
Restrooms
Accessible restrooms are available on levels 1 and 2 of the Terminal Building.
Drinking Fountains
Accessible drinking fountains are available on levels 1 & 2 of the Terminal Building.
Baggage Check-In & Claim
All airline ticket counters offer ample room for baggage check-in. Baggage claim is located near the rental car ticket counters and is accessible for the physically disabled.
Elevator Service
Accessible elevators are located in the Terminal Building.
Level Entry Boarding Ramps
The Myrtle Beach International Airport offers four gates that have ground level entry access for aircraft passengers. They are located on the first level of the Terminal Building.
Passenger Access Lift (PAL)
The Myrtle Beach International Airport owns an operational Passenger Access Lift (PAL) used for assisting individuals with physical disabilities on and off of a commuter aircraft. Though it is the responsibility of the airport to provide the equipment, it is determined by the airline whether or not to offer and use the equipment. It is recommended that passengers requiring this service first discuss its availability with their airline representative.
Signage
Signs indicating the locations of specific facilities and services are located throughout the Terminal Building.
