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The latest industry news and analysis of the use of biometrics in air transport security and facilitation, including facial recognition, iris scanning and single passenger tokens.
Aruba Airport Authority, in partnership with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and iProov, has announced that biometric Enhanced Passenger Processing is now live at Aruba’s U.S. Pre-Clearance facility.
FTE explores a selection of the top trends and technologies for 2026 and beyond, including agentic AI, robotics and automation, biometrics and digital identity, personalisation, immersive technologies, sustainability, and more.
Miami International Airport and CLEAR have launched biometric eGates at two of the busiest passenger screening checkpoints ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 – a significant step in modernising with automation.
Miami International Airport has introduced U.S. CBP’s Enhanced Passenger Processing, which leverages SITA Smart Path technology to deliver faster and more secure arrivals for U.S. citizens, enhancing the traveller experience.
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Find out more >>Content plans: Tour on 9th hosted by GOAA; Networking Day on February 10th
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Find out more >>Content plans: Members of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub and the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group will convene in London for an action-packed joint members meetings, hosted by Heathrow
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Find out more >>Content plans: Join us in Dublin for APEX FTE EMEA, APEX FTE Ancillary & Retailing – co-located to deliver the region’s most comprehensive gathering of air transport leaders.
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Find out more >>Content plans: Join us at the 20th anniversary FTE Global, the “CES of Aviation” taking place in the new location of Dallas, Texas, on 8-10 September 2026, co-located with IFSA Global EXPO. Headline Partners include Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), Southwest Airlines, and Dallas Love Field Airport.
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Find out more >>Content plans: Join us for APEX FTE Expo Asia, 18-19 November 2026 – uniting the world in Singapore for the largest end-to-end passenger experience and innovation expo.
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The EU Entry/Exit System is gradually being rolled out in European countries. Zurich Airport has launched the biometric system, supported by advanced border control technology from secunet.
Taipei Songshan Airport has selected SITA to lead its next-generation shared check-in counter project, deploying a full suite of self-service and biometric-powered tech to future-proof operations and customer experience.
The latest development in Alaska Airlines’ digital identity journey is about to land at its hub airports in Seattle, Portland and Los Angeles, thanks to its advocacy with the Transportation Security Administration.
American Airlines AAdvantage members at select airports can now enjoy faster, touch-free TSA screening using PreCheck Touchless ID, which matches their photo to government records for seamless travel.
9-11 June 2026, Dublin, Ireland
A gathering of air transport’s digital and innovation leaders, creative designers and progressive minds who will inspire one another and reimagine travel together.
9-11 June 2026, Dublin, Ireland
Empowering the airline sector to profit from collaborative digital retailing opportunities at every step of the journey
08 - 10 Sep 2026, Dallas, Texas
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18-19 November 2026, Singapore
Connecting vendors with airline and airport executives to transform tomorrow’s end-to-end passenger journey across Asia-Pacific
Orlando International Airport is rolling out Enhanced Passenger Processing – a cutting-edge biometric system developed with U.S. CBP to streamline passenger arrivals and enhance travel efficiency.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is testing Enhanced Primary Processing to reduce wait times at Customs. CLT is one of four airports where U.S. CBP is testing the new biometric screening.
FTE explores a selection of the top trends and technologies for 2025 and beyond, including robotics and automation, Artificial Intelligence, biometrics and digital identity, immersive technologies, and more.
SITA – a Platinum Sponsor and exhibitor at FTE APEX Asia Expo (Singapore, 19-20 November 2024) – and IDEMIA, also an exhibitor at FTE APEX Asia Expo, are collaborating on a Digital Travel Ecosystem.
Delta has expanded its Digital ID touchless airport technology to Salt Lake City Airport. Developed in close collaboration with the TSA, Delta Digital ID uses biometric facial matching for a seamless experience.
In this article, PIT, United, MIA, Alaska Airlines, FRA, Spirit Airlines and more, preview what you can expect to hear in 5 unmissable conference sessions at FTE Global – the “CES of Aviation” – LA, 28-30 October 2024.
Vision-Box – an exhibitor at FTE Global, the “CES of Aviation” taking place in Los Angeles on 28-30 October 2024 – is transforming Indonesia’s busiest airports with a comprehensive biometric roll-out.
SITA – an exhibitor at FTE Global, Los Angeles, 28-30 October 2024 – is partnering with Airports Authority of India to install its Smart Path technology across nine airports as part of the wider DigiYatra initiative.
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