On the Ground: Security

Following a successful trial, BAA will introduce 82 facial recognition scanners at London Heathrow Airport to increase security at the airport.

Helsinki Airport’s Bluetooth passenger tracking will go live in August, allowing passengers to receive real-time updates on security queuing times.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is to undertake a pilot programme aimed at expediting passenger screening for trusted travellers in the US.

As the threat risk to aviation evolves, so does the argument in favour of pre-screening passengers before they arrive at a Port of Entry.