VMD began working on May 1 and will transition to full operational control in September. More than 350 employees will support the effort to screen passengers and baggage moving through the airport. Keep Reading
A new solicitation from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) will call for all-in-one self-checkout solutions akin to those seen at grocery stores. Keep Reading
Following an executive order by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, all passengers arriving at Orlando International Airport from the Greater New York area will be screened by health officials upon arrival. Keep Reading
San Francisco International Airport has announced plans to expand and improve the two security screening checkpoints located in the Mayor Edwin M. Lee International Departures Hall. When completed, the expanded checkpoints will be able to accommodate 33% more screening lanes. Keep Reading
On the busiest day, Dec. 1, more than 2.8 million travelers passed through TSA security checkpoints nationwide, with 2,870,764 travelers screened. Keep Reading
The guide provides a comprehensive summary of best practices and suggested actions, from procurement to installation and operation, that airports should consider taking before and during the implementation of this new technology into their existing operations. Keep Reading
The Harvard-developed laser could be used in everything from improved cancer imaging to drug detection, airport security, and ultrahigh-capacity optical wireless links. Keep Reading
Smiths Detection is partnering with Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to trial its smart security checkpoint for the first time in China. Keep Reading
To support this passenger surge, TSA actively worked with airline and airport partners to improve and expand screening capabilities. Keep Reading
The competition is inviting proposals from suppliers seeking support for test and trial activities in order to accelerate the development and support the exploitation of their innovative airport security solutions. Keep Reading
TSA anticipates more than 4% traveler growth this summer and expects to break screening records throughout the summer travel period. Keep Reading
Next generation Advanced Imaging Technology has enhanced detection capabilities that improve security and may help ease the passenger experience. Keep Reading
Three new research and development projects designed to improve the threat detection capabilities of current X-ray technologies for checked baggage systems. Keep Reading
GAO carried out its study because of questions that were raised about TSA's process for allocating TSOs to airports after long screening checkpoint lines at certain U.S. airports. Keep Reading
The new rules will require travelers to place all personal electronics larger than a cell phone in bins for X-ray screening in standard lanes. Keep Reading
"We can no longer focus only on preventing the bad guys from getting into the secure area of an airport." Keep Reading
Walton talks with HST about security through efficiency, strong communication and the agency's hot social media presence. Keep Reading
Altogether, 3,957 firearms were discovered in carry-on bags at checkpoints across the nation last year, averaging about 11 firearms per day, approximately a 17 percent increase. Keep Reading