Recently, passenger traffic, as a result of the impact of COVID-19 around the world, has plummeted. Consistent security compliance minimizes the negative impact that occurs as a result of poor communication with passengers and staff. Innovation in passenger and baggage screening technologies, such as the millimeter-wave body scanner, checkpoint CT scanner, automatic screening lane, centralized image processing and artificial intelligence, have been proven in practical use as components of ACIвЂ™s World-led Smart Security Program.Дuring this unprecedented pandemic, it is important that airport operators maintain the stable air travel experience and operational procedures that were in place pre-pandemic. Technology has always been a key part of the security implementation for airports. Given that social distancing is the new normal and COVID-19 is changing the interactions between people, the appropriate technologies might be in place to help airports to improve security effectiveness, enhance operational efficiencies and boost passenger confidence for air travel. Whilst much attention is directed towards health and safety, aviation security can never be compromised. Like enhanced hygiene standards and social distancing, the measures executed in airports to fight against virus transmission will be part of the new normal until effective therapies and/or a vaccine becomes available. It is imperative that passengers, staff and other stakeholders have continued assurance and confidence in airports, amid and well after the pandemic. Just as aviation security changed in the aftermath of the 9-11 event, this crisis could lead to a paradigm shift that helps to create a safer and more secure environment. Governments and airport operators need to rebuild the passengerвЂ™s confidence in flying again amid the COVID-19 crisis.

As the world begins to move through the shadows of the pandemic and air transport begins to recover, it is clear that aviation will play a vital role in accelerating the economy and bringing a return to a feeling of well-being.

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