No need to remove liquids & laptops: YHZ installs CT X-ray technology

Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) has becomes the first airport in Atlantic Canada to introduce the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority's (CATSA's) CT X-ray technology.

This is a device that utilizes three-dimensional rotatable images enhancing screening officers' ability to detect explosives and other threat items.

For air travellers, it means that permitted liquids, aerosols and gels (100 mL or less each), medical devices and large electronics (like laptops) can remain in their carry-on baggage when being screened.

CATSA has added a new screening line equipped with this technology at the Domestic/International checkpoint at YHZ.

The installation 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. The implementation of this new technology will help streamline the security process and enhance the passenger experience,” said Dean Bouchard, VP. airport planning & development, Halifax International Airport Authority, in a statement.

CT X-ray technology has been installed at other airports in Canada, notably Toronto (Pearson), Calgary, Vancouver, Ottawa, Montreal and Quebec City.

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