Domestic air passengers leaving from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) won't need to take out liquids or laptops from their bags anymore.
Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA), the Crown corporation responsible for security screening at airports across Canada, has installed CT (computed tomography) machines at YVR's domestic security checkpoints.
These new machines use three-dimensional and rotating imaging to detect explosives and "other threat items," according to a media statement from CATSA.
This means air passengers will no longer need to take their permitted liquids, aerosols, gels (less than 100mL each), medical devices and large electronics out of their carry-on bags during the screening process.
The new technology aims to improve the security screening process at YVR, explained Tamara Vrooman, president and CEO at YVR.
"Our $30 million investment has expanded and modernized this space with the traveller in mind and reflects our commitment to blending functionality with a unique sense of place," said Vrooman.
CATSA president and CEO Nada Semaan noted the new upgraded technology will better serve air travellers "while ensuring the highest levels of security."
"While the deployment of this technology spans over several years, we're excited about the positive change it will bring to the overall passenger experience," said Semaan.
More CT equipment installations are being planned at other Canadian airports this fall and over the next several years, according to CATSA.
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