The Pittsburgh International Airport has recently implemented new technology to enhance security at checkpoints. This innovative Credential Authentication Technology scans a traveler’s photo ID and compares it with a real-time photo taken on the spot. Once a match is confirmed, the TSA officer can allow the traveler to proceed through the checkpoint without having to show a boarding pass.
This technology is crucial in the security screening process, as it helps detect fraudulent IDs and ensures that travelers are who they claim to be. Additionally, it verifies that passengers have a valid flight status and are ticketed to fly out of the airport on the same day.
Despite this new technology, travelers must still check in with their airline and present their boarding pass at the gate. Those who prefer not to participate in facial matching can opt for an alternative ID verification method. The TSA emphasizes the importance of identity verification in ensuring the safety and security of all passengers at the airport.