YHZ is 1st Airport in Atlantic Canada to Host CATSA’s New CT X-Ray Scanner
by Bruce Parkinson
CATSA has installed the first CT scanner at YWG. (CNW Group/Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA))
Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) is the first airport in Atlantic Canada to introduce the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority’s (CATSA’s) CT X-ray technology, which means travellers will no longer need to remove bags with permitted liquids, aerosols and gels, medical devices or large electronics—including laptops—from their carry-on bags.
CATSA added a new screening line equipped with this technology at the Domestic/International checkpoint. This is the first step in bringing this technology to all screening lines at YHZ.
The installation of this new technology at Halifax Stanfield is part of CATSA’s national deployment program, which aims to introduce CT X-ray systems to screening lines at several airports over a multi-year period.
“As we enter the peak summer season, we are pleased to work closely with our partners at CATSA to introduce an expanded security screening facility, including an additional line that will host one of CATSA’s new CT X-ray systems,” said Dean Bouchard, Vice President, Airport Planning & Development, Halifax International Airport Authority.“The implementation of this new technology will help streamline the security process and enhance the passenger experience.”
