Oakland International Airport is among the first U.S. airports to test Clear’s new biometric e-gates, a move that could revolutionize airport security in the coming months. The e-gates are also being tested at Oklahoma City’s Will Rogers World Airport and Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport in South Carolina.
Clear, known for its expedited security program, has introduced the e-gates as part of an ongoing trial. Travelers who are Clear members can use the gates during this test phase.
Currently, the e-gates allow passengers to self-screen using their boarding passes. In the future, however, these gates will rely on biometric technology to verify travelers. Once verified, passengers will proceed to the front of the security line for standard baggage screening.
The e-gates also include a feature that can alert a Clear or airport employee if someone without Clear membership tries to pass through.
Vladimir Stojkovski, Vice President of Product Management at Clear, said, “We’re excited to bring this pilot to Oakland and give our members the best possible experience to make their travel smoother.” He added, “Our goal is to create a fully automated process where travelers won’t have to stop or slow down.”
Clear is investing heavily in e-gate and lane automation technology, with the long-term aim of providing a completely automated experience for its members. In the coming months, the biometric e-gates will expand to additional airports, including Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
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