No more unpacking: Security screening will get simpler in some Canadian airports
Say goodbye to fumbling with your 100 ml liquids at the security checkpoint!
Passengers at a Calgary International Airport terminal.
Travelling through security at some Canadian airports is about to get easier, thanks to new technology being rolled out by the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA).
On Wednesday, September 18, CATSA announced its plans to install advanced computed tomography (CT) technology at security screening checkpoints at multiple Canadian airports over the next few years.
What does this mean for travellers? Well, CT technology creates 3D images that help security officers spot dangerous items like explosives more effectively. While this, obviously, is great news from a safety perspective, it's also great news for travellers who hate fumbling with their liquids and luggage at security screening checkpoints.
When CT technology is installed, liquids (under 100 ml, naturally), aerosols, gels, medical devices, and even your big electronics can stay in your carry-on when going through screening.
Yup, that means no more "please take iPads, laptops, and liquids out of your bag and place them into the trays."
It's a game-changer for anyone who's tired of juggling laptops, toiletries, and everything else while in line.
The first airport to debut this high-tech upgrade is Vancouver International Airport (YVR), which just launched a fully revamped checkpoint with all the new gear. More airports will be getting the upgrade starting this fall, with installations continuing for several years.
CATSA says it is working closely with each airport to make the rollout as smooth as possible. However, exactly which Canadian airports will get these tech upgrades are yet to be confirmed.
CATSA President Nada Semaan is pumped about the change, saying it will make flying more secure and way more convenient for passengers.
Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez also praised the move, highlighting how it'll improve the travel experience for Canadians and tourists alike.
With this upgrade, those annoying bottlenecks at security might soon be a thing of the past. So, next time you're flying out of a major Canadian airport, keep an eye out for these new machines—they're about to make your journey a whole lot smoother!
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