American Airlines Tests Technology to Deter Boarding Line Jumpers

The airline's new system aims to curb 'gate lice' by alerting gate agents when passengers attempt to board out of turn.

American Airlines is piloting a new technology at three airports to prevent passengers from boarding before their group is called.
The system emits an audible alert to notify gate agents and nearby passengers when someone tries to board prematurely.
The technology is being tested at Albuquerque, Tucson, and Ronald Reagan Washington National airports, with positive initial results reported.
This initiative addresses the common issue of passengers crowding the gate to secure overhead bin space, often referred to as 'gate lice.'
American Airlines' approach may influence other airlines to adopt similar measures to streamline the boarding process.