New CAT unit deployed at Fort Wayne Airport’s TSA checkpoint
A CAT unit comprises a passport reader, ID card reader, and federal personal identity verification ID card reader.
Security
TSA awards $198m contract to Analogic for CT X-ray scanners
Through this order with Analogic, TSA aims to improve security screening at US airports.
Freedom of movement within the EU: The EU digital Covid certificate
The aviation industry is taking to the skies once more which has seen airports across...
Flight FR4978 interception: what’s the threat response?
While the increase in security measures and passenger controls post-9/11 has helped with threats such...
Analysing the FAA’s decision to downgrade Mexico’s safety ratings
The US Federal Aviation Agency has recently downgraded Mexico’s safety rating because of a lack...
Improving safety and security with help from biometrics
The impacts of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic have seen the industry adapt its technology and airport processes for passengers when it comes to reducing touchpoints and human contact. This has seen many airports harnessing the...
The dogs sniffing out Covid-19 at airports
Airports have implemented safety measures to mitigate the spread of Covid-19, including temperature checks, cleaning robots and health apps. A recent trial used sniffer dogs to identify passengers with the virus. Dogs have up to...
RAD to supply six ROSA180 units for major US airport authority
ROSA180 units enable security and communication, can be installed in 15 minutes and only need power to function.
Increasing cyber security at Manchester Airport
Airport security is fundamental for the overall safe functioning of the airport environment and passenger safety. Although airports across the globe have multi-layered security protocols when it comes to passport checks and bag scanning, many...
No more lost luggage: Smart trays and the future of airport security checks
British start-up UtterBerry has worked on the development of airport smart trays since July 2020 with backing from the UK Department for Transport and the Home Office. We profile the wireless AI blockchain technology and...
How Sydney Airport is aiming for a contactless experience
With aims to support post Covid-19 recovery, Sydney Airport has signed a five-year technology deal with SITA – a technology provider for the air transport industry. The partnership will see Sydney Airport gaining 600 common...
