The Transportation Security Administration announced this past Friday the purchase of additional Reduced Size Explosives Detection Systems (EDS) that provide streamlined screening capabilities and enhanced security for checked baggage systems at U.S. airports.
TSA screens 100 percent of checked and carry-on baggage for dangerous items, including explosives. EDS units are automated systems that scan checked baggage and analyze the contents to determine whether explosive threats might be present.
"This state-of-the-art technology greatly enhances both the security and efficiency of checked baggage screening and I am pleased to see more units headed to U.S. airports," said TSA Assistant Administrator for Security Capabilities Robin Kane.
The Reduced Size EDS units are specifically designed for use at small to medium-sized airports and TSA has deployed more than 450 Reduced Size EDS units to airports nationwide.
TSA makes checked baggage more secure
Transportation - February 13, 2012 - 8:00am by btsocial
The Transportation Security Administration announced this past Friday the purchase of additional Reduced Size Explosives Detection Systems (EDS) that provide streamlined screening capabilities and enhanced security for checked baggage systems at U.S. airports.
TSA screens 100 percent of checked and carry-on baggage for dangerous items, including explosives. EDS units are automated systems that scan checked baggage and analyze the contents to determine whether explosive threats might be present.
"This state-of-the-art technology greatly enhances both the security and efficiency of checked baggage screening and I am pleased to see more units headed to U.S. airports," said TSA Assistant Administrator for Security Capabilities Robin Kane.
The Reduced Size EDS units are specifically designed for use at small to medium-sized airports and TSA has deployed more than 450 Reduced Size EDS units to airports nationwide.