TSA Tests New Airport Screening Tech in Las Vegas, Aiming to Speed Up Security
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TSA is testing new self-service screening technology at Las Vegas airport to try to make security checks faster and safer. It launches officially on March 11.
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The technology includes virtual agents to assist passengers, remote monitoring of X-ray machines, and automated conveyors for luggage needing additional screening.
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Goals are to improve security, efficiency, and the passenger experience. Early users have found the process straightforward, but some small items trigger the sensitive system.
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It's still early to judge the technology's effectiveness and speed compared to traditional screening lanes. TSA will evaluate metrics like throughput.
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TSA says elements of this technology could rollout to more airports in coming years, but it's still in testing and not ready for widespread implementation yet.