biometric boarding system

United CEO Scott Kirby is impressed by American Airlines’ electronic boarding gates at DFW, but the technology may not solve the biggest causes of boarding delays. Carry-on luggage, limited overhead storage, family preboarding and biometric privacy remain important concerns as airlines introduce more automation.

Emirates Airline (EK) invests AED 85 million in new biometric technology at Dubai International Airport (DXB) Terminal 3.

Frustration grew at Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) this week as passengers faced hours-long queues at passport control, causing several to miss their flights.