They did offer DAS access for the other Star Wars area attraction from the time it first opened. Guests first had to be part of a boarding party, which gave access to the area.
Once in the area, guests could request a DAS Return Time at/close to the attraction.
Although Fastpass was/is not available, the Fastpass Line was/is used for DAS and Rider Switch.
I have read on social media that the same process is being followed - once you are part of a boarding party and in the area, DAS Return Time can be requested and access will be thru the Fastpass line.
There is no line to enter the Boarding Group, you do it from MDE app or have a cast member help assign you a BG number (look for "Guest Experience Team" which have plenty of CMs to assist guests). There is the line to get into the park though.Honestly the current system is really not very friendly to those with disabilities. with the boarding group system you have to get into the park super early and wait in some crazy lines just to get in a boarding group. Making people who can’t wait in lines wait in line to get a boarding group is a problem. Everyone with a disability should be emailing disney about it being an issue.
The line to get into the park is the problem. you need to scan in to get a boarding group. i can’t imagine a family with a child with autism getting there at 5am and waiting in that mess to get into the park. If you wait for the opening crowds to thin out you end up with a time in the later afternoon or evening which means you need to spend 8 or 9 hours in the park or leave the park which could be an issue for a lot of families as well. with the way the crowds are and now this system is it makes it impossible for some families to have a chance at experiencing the attraction.There is no line to enter the Boarding Group, you do it from MDE app or have a cast member help assign you a BG number (look for "Guest Experience Team" which have plenty of CMs to assist guests). There is the line to get into the park though.
The line to get into the park is the problem. you need to scan in to get a boarding group. i can’t imagine a family with a child with autism getting there at 5am and waiting in that mess to get into the park. If you wait for the opening crowds to thin out you end up with a time in the later afternoon or evening which means you need to spend 8 or 9 hours in the park or leave the park which could be an issue for a lot of families as well. with the way the crowds are and now this system is it makes it impossible for some families to have a chance at experiencing the attraction.
According to the survey people they are considering keeping this for a while. This isn’t my problem personally i got into a boarding group on opening day and went on the attraction. I also saw a young boy in a wheelchair having a melt down yesterday because he wasn’t able to ride it. I don’t see how that family would have an equal chance at getting into a boarding group how are they supposed to manage that crowd in the morning to get into the park before opening? i don’t see that as fair and equitable.This is just the procedure for the busy opening time period. The ride has a limited capacity and there will be plenty of families that will not be able to ride it, because it is busy. Having the first come, first served is fair and equitable. People with disabilities should have the same chance to get on the ride as anyone else, not better. Your disappointment is no greater then anyone else's that are not able to get on the ride.
According to the survey people they are considering keeping this for a while. This isn’t my problem personally i got into a boarding group on opening day and went on the attraction. I also saw a young boy in a wheelchair having a melt down yesterday because he wasn’t able to ride it. I don’t see how that family would have an equal chance at getting into a boarding group how are they supposed to manage that crowd in the morning to get into the park before opening? i don’t see that as fair and equitable.
They did offer DAS access for the other Star Wars area attraction from the time it first opened. Guests first had to be part of a boarding party, which gave access to the area.
Once in the area, guests could request a DAS Return Time at/close to the attraction.
Although Fastpass was/is not available, the Fastpass Line was/is used for DAS and Rider Switch.
I have read on social media that the same process is being followed - once you are part of a boarding party and in the area, DAS Return Time can be requested and access will be thru the Fastpass line.
I think they should have shuttles that start earlier in the day!This is just the procedure for the busy opening time period. The ride has a limited capacity and there will be plenty of families that will not be able to ride it, because it is busy. Having the first come, first served is fair and equitable. People with disabilities should have the same chance to get on the ride as anyone else, not better. Your disappointment is no greater then anyone else's that are not able to get on the ride.
Sounds harsh but true. It hasn’t been easy for anybody yet. Many people haven’t been able to get a BG yet, tens of thousands guest currently in WDW. A new crazy demand ride takes a while to settle down.What about the crowds in the Star Wars Galaxy's Edge land area? Or the crowds in rest of the park. You are going to one of the busiest tourist places on the planet, there will be crowds everywhere. It is a hassle for everyone, people with all kinds of issues need to do what is best for themselves. And automatically giving someone with any kind of disability or medical issue access to a ride with limited capacity goes well above and beyond what the ADA calls for. I am sure that there were plenty of young children that were disappointed in not being able to ride. Disabled people are not the only ones with feelings.
Navigating crowds is one thing and can be managed and you have alternatives to deal with it. This is a first come first served situation it’s no different than a line that many families can’t wait in. No one is saying that anyone with a disability should get automatic access to the attraction but this system is not friendly to those with disabilities at all. Everyone who goes through the turnstile can get a boarding group those who can not stand for long periods of time or handle the opening crowds are at a significant disadvantage at getting through that turnstile.What about the crowds in the Star Wars Galaxy's Edge land area? Or the crowds in rest of the park. You are going to one of the busiest tourist places on the planet, there will be crowds everywhere. It is a hassle for everyone, people with all kinds of issues need to do what is best for themselves. And automatically giving someone with any kind of disability or medical issue access to a ride with limited capacity goes well above and beyond what the ADA calls for. I am sure that there were plenty of young children that were disappointed in not being able to ride. Disabled people are not the only ones with feelings.
It's too early to make judgement yet. The expectation for a World Class ride opening during the first week is that it will be bonkers and only the most dedicated will gain access. Plenty of people made the choice to wait for it to simmer down a notch before attempting. I wouldn't stress about it just yet, especially if you're not going for a while. See how it plays out, hopefully your concerns are addressed.Navigating crowds is one thing and can be managed and you have alternatives to deal with it. This is a first come first served situation it’s no different than a line that many families can’t wait in. No one is saying that anyone with a disability should get automatic access to the attraction but this system is not friendly to those with disabilities at all. Everyone who goes through the turnstile can get a boarding group those who can not stand for long periods of time or handle the opening crowds are at a significant disadvantage at getting through that turnstile.
Navigating crowds is one thing and can be managed and you have alternatives to deal with it. This is a first come first served situation it’s no different than a line that many families can’t wait in. No one is saying that anyone with a disability should get automatic access to the attraction but this system is not friendly to those with disabilities at all. Everyone who goes through the turnstile can get a boarding group those who can not stand for long periods of time or handle the opening crowds are at a significant disadvantage at getting through that turnstile.
I think they should have shuttles that start earlier in the day!