Biometric Technology Used at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth Airport
The Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport implemented kiosks for a biometric scanning service for travelers.
The technology, CLEAR, uses scanning technology to automate the identity check for air travelers. The technology identifies travelers through eye scans or fingerprints, serving as a ticket and reservation, a news report says. Additionally, the technology is certified as Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. CLEAR can be found at more than 60 airports and services about 3.8 million members.