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NANA Management Services (NMS) and Alaska Airlines bring WHILL Autonomous Service to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, enhancing accessibility for Alaska Airlines passengers.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Anchorage, Alaska, April 13, 2026 \u2014 WHILL, Inc., a global leader in autonomous mobility services, announced the launch of its autonomous wheelchair service at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), marking a significant milestone in the company’s North American expansion. The service, launched in partnership with NANA Management Services (NMS) and Alaska Airlines, started March 31, 2026, bringing self-driving mobility assistance to travelers at one of Alaska’s most vital transportation hubs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The deployment at ANC represents the first autonomous mobility assistance program at the airport, giving Alaska Airlines guests a new level of independence and confidence as they navigate the terminal. WHILL autonomous wheelchairs are designed to offer travelers a seamless journey through the airport from curb to gate with the support of trained NMS staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThis program is about dignity and independence in travel,\u201d said Clinton Lasley, VP Food, Facilities, & Maintenance for NMS. \u201cWhether a passenger is traveling with limited mobility, recovering from an injury, or simply needs assistance navigating a busy terminal, WHILL autonomous wheelchairs help travelers move at their own pace\u2014with support from our trained team.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cBy bringing autonomous mobility assistance to the Anchorage airport, we\u2019re advancing accessibility and the guest experience,\u201d said Marilyn Romano, Regional VP Alaska for Alaska Airlines. \u201cAs a vital hub for Alaska, this innovation ensures Alaska Airlines guests have safe, dependable options from curb to gate and complements the accessibility services we provide today.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cAnchorage represents an important step in expanding access to autonomous mobility in North America,\u201d said Shane Bogni, President, WHILL Autonomous Service, North America & EMEA. \u201cOur goal is to give passengers more independence and confidence as they move through the airport, while also helping our partners deliver more consistent and reliable service, especially during peak travel periods.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n WHILL’s autonomous mobility service is purpose-built for public spaces such as airports, hospitals, and convention centers, where accessibility and reliability are paramount. At ANC, the program addresses both operational demands and passenger experience, helping NMS and Alaska Airlines maintain consistent service levels during high-volume travel periods while giving passengers greater independence over their airport journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Travelers who can benefit from the service include those with limited mobility, passengers recovering from injury, or anyone who needs assistance navigating a busy terminal environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n How the Service Works at ANC<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n