The Transport Security Administration (TSA) announced March 5 that it is expanding its “Self-select Lanes” pilot program to six addition airports by April 30. The lanes are designed to better meet the needs of different types of travellers based on their requirements, experience and knowledge.
Here are the three types:
- Expert (designated by a black diamond) – for business travellers who fly several times a month and often carry very little with them. The lane allows them a quicker and easier experience.
- Casual (blue square) for the average traveller with some knowledge of security procedures.
- Family/Special Needs (green circle) – This lanes allows extra time and space for families with young children, seniors and other people with special needs.
In its press release, TSA reports that the selective lanes reduce wait times and “a calmer checkpoint, happier passengers and significantly lower wait times for the most experienced travelers”, according to Salt Lake City Federal Security Director Earl Morris.
Currently the program is in place in Salt Lake City and Denver International Airports. No word yet on who will be next to get the program, but no doubt passengers will be watching with interest.
For more information, see the TSA press release.
No comments:
Post a Comment