Denver International Airport Introduces Biometric Boarding at 14 Gates

By Ivan PetrenkoNov 4, 2024 14:42 PMNews
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Denver International Airport, Denver, CO, USA
Denver International Airport, Denver, CO, USA. Source: unsplash

Denver International Airport (DEN), now the third-busiest airport in the United States, has introduced biometric boarding for international flights at 14 departure gates. As the Colorado hub continues to expand its global reach, this new technology, called veriScan, will streamline the boarding process by using facial recognition to verify passengers' identities. The system, provided by BigBear.ai and integrated with US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) technology, is expected to accelerate boarding for approximately 47,000 international passengers annually.

VeriScan works by capturing an image of each departing passenger’s face, which is then matched against CBP’s Traveler Verification Service database to confirm identity. Although the biometric process is mandatory for non-US citizens, US citizens have the option to opt out by notifying airport staff before boarding. The new system aligns with a congressional mandate requiring CBP to establish biometric solutions for the entry-exit process in the United States.

DEN’s embrace of biometric verification comes as part of its broader growth strategy, which includes enhanced security, more family-friendly spaces, and a variety of new concessions. The airport has experienced a surge in both domestic and international passenger volumes, largely fueled by major carriers United Airlines and Southwest Airlines. United’s hub at DEN, its largest, provides over 43% of DEN’s market share, while Southwest continues to expand its daily departures and destination offerings.

Beyond domestic growth, DEN recently welcomed Turkish Airlines and Aer Lingus to its roster, bolstering its transatlantic connections. With ambitious plans to reach the 100 million passenger mark by 2027, DEN’s biometric boarding technology exemplifies its commitment to improving the travel experience as it solidifies its status as a major international gateway.

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