Denver launches enhanced imaging technology to improve security

Denver International Airport, in partnership with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), recently became the first airport in the nation to operate next generation Enhanced Advanced Imaging Technology for checkpoint security screening.

The technology uses Advanced Imaging Technology, a nonionizing radio-frequency energy in the millimeter spectrum, to screen passengers without physical contact for metallic and nonmetallic objects including weapons and explosives concealed under clothing.

Scanning takes less than a second, and passengers can keep their arms down and close to their sides. Passengers needing additional screening are moved to a separate area to be cleared by a TSA officer.

The radio frequency meets national health and safety standards.

“Our strong partnership with TSA has allowed us to once again bring in new screening technology to (Denver) that will improve the passenger screening process while enhancing security,” airport CEO Kim Day said. “Much like the new automated screening lanes installed this fall, we will test this new screening equipment in hopes of a wider implementation once the new screening area on Level 6 is constructed.”

In September, Denver activated two new Automated Screening Lanes. The lanes will be used in the airport’s north security checkpoint until autumn 2020 when the security screening area is relocated.