TSA trials 'e-gates' security setup at major East Coast hub

TSA trials 'e-gates' security setup at major East Coast hub

Travelers passing through security at one of America's busiest airports may notice a new, high-tech setup.In recent weeks, the Transportation Security Administration quietly unveiled new "e-gates" at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT).If you've traveled internationally, the setup may feel similar to what you've seen in other parts of the world.But it's a first-of-its-kind setup for TSA — one that will see travelers spend a lot less ti…

Charlotte Douglas International Airport Tests New TSA e-Gates for Faster Security - The Bulkhead Seat

Travelers departing from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) this summer may notice a faster and more streamlined security experience thanks to new self-service technology being tested by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The airport and TSA have installed eight automated e-Gates at Checkpoint 2 for passengers enrolled in TSA PreCheck® and TSA PreCheck® Touchless ID. The technology uses facial matching to verify travele…