Overview

• The East Security Checkpoint began operations at 3 a.m. Tuesday on Level 6 with 17 automated lanes using facial recognition and onboard ID photo matching.
• All routine security processing now occurs at the East and existing West checkpoints, retiring the South checkpoint’s regular use.
• New federal rules let passengers leave shoes and laptops in bags and offer separate lanes for TSA PreCheck and Clear members.
• Airport CEO Phil Washington reported the checkpoint’s delivery five months ahead of schedule and $10 million under budget as part of the $2.1 billion Great Hall Program.
• South checkpoint equipment will remain available through September 2 for contingency and PreCheck relief while international and train-link screening lanes are planned for 2026.