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Airport Security

Last Updated: October 18, 2022 | Press Releases

DHS S&T Transitions New Compact Baggage Screener to TSA

A new, compact version of an advanced carry-on baggage screening system developed in part by the DHS S&T, allows TSA to install advanced screening technology in smaller airports that can’t fit conventional systems.

Last Updated: October 6, 2022 | Press Releases

Feature Article: The Next Generation of Explosives Trace Detection is Here

S&T is working on cutting-edge technology solutions to enhance transportation security and passenger experience.

Last Updated: June 28, 2022 | Press Releases

S&T Conducts Remote Screening Demonstration at Cape Cod Gateway Airport

DHS S&T successfully conducted a demonstration of Remote Screening infrastructure for airport security checkpoints with the developer, Integrated Defense & Security Solutions (IDSS) at the Cape Cod Gateway Airport.

Last Updated: June 23, 2022 | Press Releases

DHS S&T Receives National Interagency Partnership Award

DHS S&T Screening at Speed Program received the Federal Laboratory Consortium’s (FLC) Interagency Partnership Award for their collaborative work to develop and commercialize the High Definition-Advanced Imaging Technology (HD-AIT) and Shoe Scanner systems for air travelers.

Last Updated: October 29, 2021 | Fact Sheets

Frequently Asked Questions: Guidance for Travelers to Enter the U.S.

Since January 22, 2022, DHS has required non-U.S. individuals seeking to enter the United States via land ports of entry and ferry terminals at the U.S.-Mexico and U.S.-Canada borders to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and provide proof of vaccination upon request.  On April 21, 2022, DHS announced that it would extend these requirements. In determining whether and when to rescind this order, DHS anticipates that it will take account of whether the vaccination requirement for non-U.S. air travelers remains in place.

Last Updated: October 21, 2021 | Press Releases

Feature Article: S&T Funded Weapons-Detection Algorithm Studied at Las Vegas International Airport

Advanced algorithm detects non-explosive weapons prohibited on commercial aircraft. 

Last Updated: September 30, 2021 | Publication

S&T SVIP Demo Week Program

This is the program for the 2021 Silicon Valley Innovation Program Demo Week Program

Last Updated: September 28, 2021 | Press Releases

News Release: DHS S&T Awards Funding to Design Passenger Self-Screening Solution

Micro-X, Inc,. to develop a passenger self-screening solution and associated hardware for airport checkpoints.

Last Updated: September 15, 2021 | Site Page

SVIP Demo Week 2021

This is a post-event website about the first SVIP Demo Week. Here you will find links to daily keynotes, technology demos, and panel discussions.

Last Updated: July 22, 2021 | Press Releases

Feature Article: New Handheld Screening Wands Could Reduce the Need for Airport Pat-Downs

S&T’s Screening at Speed Program partners with government, academia, and industry to increase security effectiveness at the airport to reduce screening wait times and improve the passenger experience.