According to recent reports from airport authorities, the average time passengers spend at border control checkpoints has decreased by 30% compared to last year. This improvement is attributed to the implementation of automated passport control kiosks and enhanced biometric screening technologies at major international airports.
The data, verified by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), indicates that wait times have dropped from an average of 45 minutes to 31 minutes during peak hours. Airports in Europe and North America have seen the most significant gains, with some locations reporting reductions of up to 50%.
Officials note that the new systems have not compromised security, as they incorporate advanced facial recognition and document verification. The trend is expected to continue as more airports adopt similar technologies in the coming months.
