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Wait your turn! American Airlines is testing new technology to ensure passengers board in their designated groups without line-skipping. The goal is to speed up boarding and make it easier for all passengers.
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According to MSNBC an American Airlines spokeswoman told Nexstar that some airports are testing an automated boarding technology to improve boarding. New boarding technology is being tested, the representative added. The idea gives airline staff better boarding visibility and gives passengers priority boarding.
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American Airlines has not disclosed any specific information regarding the technology; however, passenger reports indicate that it is an automated system that detects when travelers attempt to board out of order.
The American Airlines move addresses a longstanding air travel issue. Airlines have struggled to enforce boarding orders for years, using an ineffective honor system. This new method takes a proactive approach to passenger behavior and expectations during boarding.
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