Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is introducing new assistive technology aimed at making travel easier and more independent for passengers with low vision, becoming one of the first airports in the world to do so.

Through a partnership with Towson-based ReBokeh Vision Technologies, BWI Marshall is now offering free, unlimited access to the company’s mobile app for travelers navigating the airport. The airport is the second worldwide and the first in the Mid-Atlantic region to implement the technology.

The app is designed specifically for people with low vision, allowing users to customize how they see their surroundings in real time using their phone’s camera. Features include adjustable contrast, color filters, zoom, and lighting enhancements to help users better interpret their environment.

Officials say the goal is to improve independence and confidence for travelers who rely on partial vision rather than fully replacing it with audio or tactile tools. “Delivering an inclusive transportation system that works for everyone and connects people to opportunities is part of our core mission,” Maryland Transportation Secretary Katie Thomson said in a statement.

At BWI, the technology can help users read gate and wayfinding signs, check arrival and departure boards, and locate amenities like restaurants and shops. The app also includes AI features that support multiple languages and can translate signage and on-screen information in real time.

ReBokeh founder and CEO Rebecca Rosenberg, who has low vision herself, said the technology is designed with firsthand experience in mind. “As a low vision traveler who flies dozens of times per year, I know how important it is to feel confident and comfortable while navigating a busy airport,” Rosenberg said. “We’re incredibly proud that BWI Marshall, our local airport, is leading the way.”

The rollout builds on other recent accessibility initiatives at BWI Marshall, including participation in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program and partnerships testing autonomous wheelchair technology.

Founded in 2019, ReBokeh focuses on developing tools that help people maximize their remaining vision rather than replacing it, offering a more personalized and practical approach to accessibility.

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