Tag: Security Screening

By: Nicolas Di Nardo

Enhanced security measures on any U.S.-bound flight begins today at Pearson Airport. Airlines such as Air Canada and WestJet have already advised passengers to arrive at least 2 hours prior to their flight in order to get through the additional screening process.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security requires personal devices (laptops and tablets) to have enhanced screening done to them. The devices must be:

• Easily accessible
• All cases and covers removed

This also includes:

• Enhanced overall passenger screening
• Increased security around the aircraft
• Increased security in all passenger areas
• Use of advanced technology
• Expanded canine screening

The reasoning behind all of this is due to the threats to commercial aviation by terrorist groups, as they continue to target aircrafts.

For more information, please visit the Department of Homeland Security website and the Pearson Airport website.

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