American Airlines, in partnership with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), announced TSA PreCheck® Touchless ID is available at all of American’s hub airports, giving eligible AAdvantage® members a more streamlined, touchless experience at TSA security checkpoints.

Customers traveling through Charlotte (CLT), Chicago (ORD), Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), Los Angeles (LAX), Miami (MIA), New York (JFK and LGA), Philadelphia (PHL), Phoenix (PHX) and Washington, D.C. (DCA), can verify their identity using secure facial-matching technology without presenting a physical ID or boarding pass. In addition to American’s hubs, the program is available at 60 U.S. airports where the airline operates.

A faster, more seamless checkpoint experience

TSA PreCheck® Touchless ID uses advanced technology to compare a customer’s live image to photos they previously provided to the U.S. government, such as those in a passport, Global Entry or a visa. Once the identity is confirmed, customers can move through security more quickly and access an expedited checkpoint lane.

A secure, voluntary program

Participation in TSA PreCheck® Touchless ID is voluntary, and TSA manages all biometric data. Eligible AAdvantage® members who choose to participate can expect:

• A faster, touchless identity verification process
• Access to an expedited security lane
• A smoother, more predictable checkpoint experience

To opt in to TSA PreCheck® Touchless ID with American, customers can:

• Navigate to the “Information and password” section of the account settings in their AAdvantage® profile on the American app or website.
• Scroll to "Secure traveler," and save both their Known Traveler Number (KTN) and valid passport details.
• Verify that the full name, date of birth and passport number in their AAdvantage® profile matches the same information on their passport.
• Check the box to opt in to "TSA PreCheck® Touchless ID."

More enhancements coming

American and the TSA will continue working together to expand the program to additional airports in the months ahead, with a focus on delivering a consistent, streamlined experience across the travel journey.