Lexington, KY—November 4, 2025—Today, Blue Grass Airport celebrated the launch of GoodMaps’ advanced indoor navigation and accessible mapping technology, just in time for the busy holiday travel season. This app-based service enhances the passenger experience by providing barrier-free navigation throughout the terminal.
A Kentucky-based company, GoodMaps’ provides camera-based, sub-meter accuracy and digital indoor maps, providing passengers with step-free routing and audio guidance. These features promote independence for passengers with disabilities, reduce visitors’ stress and enable users to virtually explore the airport before their trip. Once they arrive at the airport, guests can use GoodMaps to access turn-by-turn directions to any location, including airline gates, baggage belts, restrooms, shops and restaurants.
Key features of GoodMaps include:
- Real-time updates and web integration to help passengers with pre-trip planning
- Audio, visual and step-free guidance throughout the airport terminal and curbside areas
- Support in more than 20 languages to serve a diverse traveler community
“This partnership with GoodMaps embodies our commitment to providing a welcoming approach that connects Kentucky and the world for everyone,” said Eric Frankl, CEO and President at Blue Grass Airport. “As we continue with our record-breaking growth, we’re helping passengers with mobility, visual and hearing needs have a smoother, more comfortable travel experience than ever before.”
Representatives from GoodMaps demonstrated the new service to accessibility advocates and community organizations—including the American Council of the Blind, the National Federation of the Blind, the Center for Independent Living and University of Kentucky’s Orientation and Mobility program—showcasing firsthand how the technology enhances independence for travelers with disabilities.
This technology is especially beneficial as the holiday travel season approaches, offering individuals traveling home or on vacation a more inclusive and less stressful airport experience. Passengers interested in using this new service can download the app from both the iOS and Android app stores. Access is also available through the airport’s website at www.bluegrassairport.com/accessibility.
Located in Lexington, Kentucky, Blue Grass Airport has provided 79 years of commercial air service as Kentuckians “Get Going” with non-stop and connecting flights to hundreds of destinations worldwide. Serving more than 1.5 million passengers annually, the airport focuses daily on fulfilling its vision of providing a welcoming approach connecting Kentucky and the world. The airport supports the region with approximately 4,745 jobs and a total economic output exceeding $709 million. For more information, visit http://www.bluegrassairport.com.
