Test at the Airport: Announcements Directly to the Hearing Aid - Frankfurt Airport trials Auracast to assist hearing-impaired travelers
Frankfurt Airport has started testing a new system, called Auracast, to help passengers with hearing difficulties. It sends boarding announcements straight to personal devices like hearing aids or smartphones. The trial launched this week at two gates in Pier A. The service works over Bluetooth and requires passengers to opt in before use. Once activated, it delivers clear audio updates directly to their chosen device, making airport navigation easier for passengers with hearing impairments. The project is a joint effort between airport operator Fraport and several tech firms, including Sittig Technologies, GN, Google, Samsung, and the Bluetooth Special Interest Group. Together, they developed the system to streamline communication for travellers with hearing loss. As of January 2026, no official date has been set for a wider rollout. The trial remains limited to the two selected gates while feedback is gathered. For now, travellers at Pier A can test the service by connecting their compatible devices.
