American Airlines Tests New Technology to Curb Boarding Line Jumpers

The airline's system aims to improve boarding efficiency by alerting gate agents when passengers try to board out of turn.

American Airlines is piloting a system at three U.S. airports that sounds an alert when passengers attempt to board before their group is called.
The technology is being tested at Albuquerque, Tucson, and Washington, D.C. airports, with positive initial results reported.
The initiative addresses the issue of 'gate lice,' a term for passengers who crowd boarding gates prematurely to secure overhead bin space.
Airlines have struggled with boarding chaos since implementing fees for checked bags, prompting more passengers to rely on carry-ons.
Industry experts suggest that if American Airlines' system is successful, other airlines may adopt similar measures to manage boarding processes.