The digital platform allows passengers to pass through airport security checks using biometric facial recognition instead of physical boarding passes and ID cards
Since its introduction for Kochi airport domestic passengers on Aug 15, 2023, DigiYatra has gained wider acceptance, with one in every three domestic passengers using it for their journey. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Kochi | Silver Rate in Kochi | Bank Holidays in Kochi | Public Holidays in Kochi Stay updated with the latest Kochi news.
“The facility, launched on a trial basis in select airlines, uses electronic passports (e-passports) and biometric facial recognition to facilitate passenger verification and reduce dependence on physical documents at designated checkpoints,” a Cial spokesperson said. Through ACES, we aim to extend such in-house capabilities to other airports and contribute to the wider adoption of technology-driven solutions in the aviation sector,” Cial managing director S Suhas IAS said. Kochi : Cochin International Airport Ltd (Cial) has become the first in the country to facilitate international passenger processing through ‘DigiYatra’. The digital platform allows passengers to pass through airport security checks using biometric facial recognition instead of physical boarding passes and ID cards. The system is powered by an in-house e-boarding software developed by Cial’s technology and innovation team. Having developed the technology architecture for its operations, Cial now envisages extending the service to other airports through consultancy, enabling them to benefit from its technological expertise and experience. “The successful extension of DigiYatra to international departures reflects Cial’s commitment to developing innovative, technology-driven solutions for air travel. Download the TOI App.
The first passenger availing the facility travelled on an IndiGo flight to the Maldives on Tuesday.
The company recently launched Aviation Consultancy and Expert Services (ACES), which was inaugurated by CM and Cial chairperson V D Satheesan. Durgapur Airport is the first client for Cial’s consultancy services, for which a passenger verification system developed in-house will be provided.