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Airport Security

Last Updated: | Press Releases

Feature Article: A Self-Service Screening Option is Coming to the Airport

The pilot, part of S&T’s Screening at Speed Program, is scheduled to begin in January at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas.

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S&T Announces Track 2 of the Remote Identity Validation Tech Demo Challenge

DHS S&T announces the launch of Track 2 of the Remote Identity Validation Technology Demonstration (RIVTD).

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SVIP Tech Impact Video Series

The SVIP Tech Impact Video Series highlights innovations coming out of SVIP, their practical applications and the benefits of collaborating with DHS S&T. Watch all six videos to learn more about how homeland security officials are utilizing the SVIP startup program to customize solutions for their national security needs.

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New Carry-On Baggage Screening System Aims to Reduce Traveler Screening Times

S&T recently installed a next generation carry-on baggage screening system at Boston Logan International Airport in Massachusetts to collect data about how the system operates in a real-world environment to improve the system and detection algorithms.

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S&T Awards Funds to London Startup Developing Genuine Presence Assurance Technology for Remote Traveler Verification

DHS S&T issued a Phase 5 award to iProov Limited, a startup based in London, United Kingdom to further develop its Genuine Presence Assurance technology in partnership with CBP to operationally test the capability.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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: | 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.