21 November 2024

'Face Pass' arrives in Naples

With the new biometric system, Naples Airport and Lufthansa focus on innovation and security to improve airport processes

"Face Pass" is the new biometric facial recognition system at Naples airport, which promises to simplify the travel experience by making it smoother and safer. The pilot project, carried out in collaboration with Lufthansa, uses state-of-the-art technology provided by SITA, a world leader in IT solutions for air transport.

The system was tested for the first time on Lufthansa flight LH335 bound for Frankfurt, allowing passengers to access security checks and board using only their face.

Foto: Copyright © Ufficio Stampa Aeroporto di Napoli

Passengers who wish to use biometric recognition must register at the Lufthansa kiosks located in the check-in area.

Registration includes scanning your ID, boarding pass, and face via a dedicated camera.

Once the registration is complete, travelers can access the biometric path indicated by specific signs, which allow:

Quick security checks: identification is done by showing the face, without the need for paper documents.
Simplified boarding: access to the gate is totally self-service, speeding up the process and reducing waiting.

"Face Pass" represents a significant advance in the digitization of airport processes. Roberto Barbieri, CEO of GESAC, underlines the importance of the project: "Our goal is to progressively extend biometric recognition to all passengers, improving traveler satisfaction and optimizing safety and operational efficiency."

The technology behind Face Pass complies with the highest security standards, ensuring the protection of biometric data. This system is part of a broader digital transition strategy of Naples-Capodichino International Airport (NAP), aimed at offering increasingly modern and efficient air mobility.

By the editorial staff of Avion Tourism Magazine

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