Autopia with GAC

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    Originally Posted By disneymum

    I am hoping to be able to obtain a GAC that allows me to bypass stairs on our upcoming visit. I have never done this attraction with this kind of pass before and would like to know ahead of time how it works. Is there an elevator here to get down to the tracks?
     
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    Originally Posted By mater4

    There is an elevator for rides like Autopia and Indiana Jones for people that can't climb stairs. I know with IJ you enter through the exit but am unsure about Autopia.
     
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    Originally Posted By Autopia Deb

    The Autopia Cast Member by the entrance will be able to assist you, no worries.
     
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    Originally Posted By DJ7K

    What is GAC?
     
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    Originally Posted By disneymum

    I was just wondering what the CM at the entrance will tell us what to do?
     
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    Originally Posted By disneymum

    I have problems with my knees and have difficulty managing stairs. I was told by guest services that a card is available allowing guests to bypass stairs.
     
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    Originally Posted By DJ7K

    Generic Artificial Consciousness?
     
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    Originally Posted By mater4

    My friend has a form of muscular dystrophy but is capable of walking short distances.However she can not climb long flights of stairs. She was able to use the elevator at Autopia without a special card or pass. I have never heard of this GAC you are mentioning. I think they used to give out a pass to people with special needs or disabilities but as far as I know they no longer require that.
     
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    Originally Posted By disneymum

    GAC = Guest Assistance Card. I was told by Guest Services that it is a card with "Stairs" stamped on it that allows one to bypass stairs. The old SAP is no longer available.
     
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    Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub

    I think it is officially a Guest Assistance Card for non-apparent Special needs.
     
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    Originally Posted By DJ7K

    Thank you, Disneymum :)
     
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    Originally Posted By Deogges Mom

    At Autopia you go through the normal line to the turnstiles. Show your GAC to the cast member there and he will walk you to the lift to go down to the loading area.
     
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    Originally Posted By disneymum

    Thank you Deogges Mom for the explanation. That makes sense to me now.
     

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