T launching free paratransit trips from Logan

In an effort to provide transit equity and parity, the MBTA announced Wednesday that paratransit RIDE trips that originate from Logan International Airport terminals and end within three-quarter miles of the MBTA’s subway system will be free, beginning on Friday. Those trips currently cost about $3.35.

Mandated under the Americans with Disabilities Act, the RIDE provides transportation to people who are unable to use the subway, bus or trolley due to a temporary or permanent disability.

The T said its change in service would complement the existing free transit services offered to riders on the fixed-route T system from the airport.