Accessibility

VanGuard Atlantic Airlines is committed to digital accessibility. This website meets WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.

Accessibility commitment

VanGuard Atlantic Airlines is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. We strive to meet or exceed the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards.

If you experience any difficulty accessing this website, please contact us at [email protected] or call 1-800-VANGUARD.

Vision & color

High contrast

All text has a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 (normal text) or 3:1 (large text), meeting WCAG AA standards.

Color independence

Information is not conveyed by color alone. Important elements use text labels, icons, or patterns in addition to color.

Text sizing

You can resize text up to 200% without loss of functionality or content. Use your browser's zoom feature (Ctrl/Cmd + Plus).

Focus indicators

All interactive elements have visible focus indicators when navigated with keyboard or assistive technology.

Keyboard navigation

This website is fully navigable using only a keyboard. You do not need a mouse to access any content or functionality.

Navigation keys

  • Tab - Move to the next interactive element
  • Shift + Tab - Move to the previous interactive element
  • Enter - Activate a button or link
  • Space - Toggle checkboxes or buttons
  • Arrow keys - Navigate within menus or lists
  • Escape - Close modals or menus

Skip links

Press Tab at the top of the page to access "Skip to main content" link, allowing you to bypass repetitive navigation.

Screen reader support

This website is compatible with all major screen readers, including NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver.

Semantic HTML

All content is structured with proper HTML semantic elements (headings, lists, landmarks), making it easy for screen readers to navigate.

ARIA labels

Interactive elements have descriptive ARIA labels and roles, providing context for screen reader users.

Alt text

All images have descriptive alt text. Decorative images are marked as such so screen readers skip them.

Form labels

All form fields have associated labels, making it clear what information is required.

Responsive design

This website is fully responsive and works on all devices: desktop computers, tablets, and smartphones.

Mobile accessibility

Touch targets are at least 44×44 pixels, making them easy to tap on mobile devices. Content is readable without horizontal scrolling.

Orientation

Content is accessible in both portrait and landscape orientations.

WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance

This website conforms to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. This includes:

Perceivable

Content is presented in ways users can perceive, including through alternative formats.

Operable

Users can navigate and interact with the website using keyboard, mouse, or assistive technology.

Understandable

Content is clear, predictable, and easy to understand. Error messages are helpful.

Robust

Content is compatible with current and future assistive technologies and browsers.

Accessibility features

✓Headings are properly structured (H1, H2, H3) for easy navigation
✓Links have descriptive text (not "click here")
✓Tables have headers and proper markup
✓Form errors are clearly identified and explained
✓No content flashes more than 3 times per second
✓Videos have captions and transcripts

Accessibility support

If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

Email:

[email protected]

Phone:

1-800-VANGUARD (1-800-826-6827)

TTY:

1-800-VANGUARD-TTY

We will respond to accessibility inquiries within 2 business days.

This accessibility statement was last updated May 2026. We are continuously working to improve accessibility.