Fri, Mar 16, 2012
TSA Tries Pilot Program At Four U.S. Airports
As part of what TSA says is an ongoing effort to move towards a more intelligence-driven security system, enhance aviation security and improve passenger experiences at security checkpoints, the agency is testing modified screening procedures for passengers 75 and older.
These modified procedures are similar to those tested and implemented in the fall of 2011 for passengers age 12 and under. They include no longer removing shoes and light outerwear, permitting a second scan through advanced imaging technology to clear any anomalies, as well as a greater use of explosives trace detection.
Beginning March 19, TSA will test these measures at select security lanes at four airports:
- Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD): Security Checkpoint 3
- Denver International Airport (DEN): South Checkpoint/USA Flag Checkpoint
- Orlando International Airport (MCO): West Checkpoint
- Portland International Airport (PDX): ABC Checkpoint
These changes in protocol for passengers 75 and older could ultimately reduce – though not eliminate – pat-downs that would have otherwise been conducted to resolve anomalies. If anomalies are detected during security screening that cannot be resolved through other procedures, passengers may be required to remove their shoes to complete the screening process.
The procedures allow officers to better focus their efforts on passengers who may be more likely to pose a risk to transportation while expediting the screening process.
If proven successful, TSA will consider broader implementation.
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