The News10NBC Team provides the latest updates on breaking news, traffic, and weather in Rochester, N.Y. One recent development is the implementation of new facial recognition technology at Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport. This technology involves a machine that takes a photo of your face and matches it with your ID to ensure that you have the proper tickets to fly that day.
According to TSA spokesperson Lisa Farbstein, this new technology enhances security measures at the airport by making sure they know exactly who is boarding each plane. The airport has clarified that they do not retain the photo of your face once your identity has been confirmed. If you prefer not to have your photo taken, you can simply inform a TSA officer who will verify your identity using traditional methods.
Overall, the introduction of facial recognition technology at Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport aims to streamline the boarding process and uphold security standards for all passengers. Travelers can rest assured that their privacy is protected, and that they have the option to opt out if they do not wish to participate in this new system.
