TSA, American Airlines Testing New State-of-the-Art Screening Technology
June 15 2017 - 12:00PM
For the first time ever, the Transportation Security Administration
(TSA), working collaboratively with American Airlines, is testing a
computed tomography (CT) scanner in one checkpoint lane of Terminal
4 at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
CT checkpoint scanning equipment aims to enhance threat
detection capabilities by providing a 3-D image that can be viewed
and rotated for a more thorough analysis.
“The safety and security of travelers is the number one priority
of TSA, and our partnership with industry, such as American
Airlines, is critical in helping develop innovative and critical
security enhancements,” said TSA Acting Administrator Huban
Gowadia. “We already use this type of technology for checked
baggage, and we expect these smaller checkpoint-sized machines will
provide the same high level of security.”
“We are proud to be working collaboratively with the TSA to add
new technology to the screening process,” said Kerry Philipovitch,
American Airlines Senior Vice President – Customer Experience.
“Enhancing aviation security is a shared responsibility, and we
appreciate the TSA’s partnership in testing this new
state-of-the-art equipment at our Phoenix hub.”
“As a major hub airport and an important partner of American
Airlines, it is appropriate that Phoenix Sky Harbor International
Airport is the first in the nation for this new technology,” said
Sky Harbor Director of Aviation Services Jim Bennett. “Safety and
security are our top priorities, followed closely by customer
service. We look forward to continuing to work collaboratively with
our airline partners and the TSA to better serve our
travelers.”
The new CT screening equipment shoots hundreds of images with an
X-ray camera that spins around the conveyor belt to provide
officers with a picture of a carry-on bag to ensure it does not
contain a threat item. The system applies sophisticated algorithms
for the detection of explosives, firearms and other items banned in
carry-on baggage.
3-D CT technology could make it possible to allow passengers to
leave liquids, gels and aerosols, as well as laptops, in their
carry-on bags at all times. This results in a quicker throughput
and less bin use.
If the pilot testing is successful, TSA and American Airlines
may deploy CT technology to other checkpoint locations.
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to nearly 350 destinations in more than 50 countries. American has
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New York, Philadelphia, Phoenix, and Washington, D.C. American is a
founding member of the oneworld® alliance, whose
members serve more than 1,000 destinations with about 14,250 daily
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