Airline Association Outlines Concept for Future Passenger Checkpoint

Editor's Note: This is another example of problem-reaction-solution.  In response to the outrage from physical grope downs, they will "capitulate" by bringing in the high-tech version to include massive data collection and analysis to determine "trusted travelers" that can be sorted out from those who are "unknowns."  

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Mickey McCarter
Homeland Security Today

The world's largest airline association Tuesday unveiled its vision for the Checkpoint of the Future, a passenger security checkpoint for airports globally that would analyze travelers quickly and efficiently based on the level of risk they pose.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) presented the concept for the future passenger checkpoint, which it believes is achievable in 5-7 years, at its 67th annual general meeting in Singapore to an enthusiastic response.

The checkpoint concept presents three lanes of screening, each consisting of a diagnostic tunnel through which passengers comfortably walk -- one for trusted travelers, one for regular travelers, and one for "enhanced" travelers requiring extra screening.

"We spend $7.4 billion a year to keep aviation secure, but our passengers only see hassle," said Giovanni Bisignani, IATA general director, in a statement. "Passengers should be able to get from curb to boarding gate with dignity. That means without stopping, stripping or unpacking, and certainly not groping. That is the mission for the Checkpoint of the Future. We must make coordinated investments for civilized flying."

John Pistole, administrator of the US Transportation Security Administration (TSA), reacted to the presentation with enthusiasm, according to the Associated Press.
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