2 U.S. airports using CT technology to scan carry-on luggage
Medical imaging professionals might see some familiar equipment this summer as they head to the airport for their family vacations.
The U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has announced that CT scanning equipment is being used to scan carry-on luggage at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Logan International Airport in Boston.
The “test run” is being carried out at one security lane at each airport, and passengers are asked to voluntarily submit having their luggage screened. The screening is part of a partnership between the TSA and American Airlines.
“The safety and security of travelers is the number one priority of TSA and our partnership with industry is critical in helping develop innovative and critical security enhancements,” Huban Gowadia, TSA acting administrator, said in a statement. “We already use this type of technology for checked baggage, and we expect these smaller checkpoint-sized machines will provide the same high level of security.”
According to the statement, “sophisticated algorithms” are applied when inspecting luggage for potential explosives. If a scan reveals a possible issue, TSA officers will open and inspect the luggage on site.
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