CLEAR approved to launch at Tampa International Airport

The Hillsborough County Aviation Authority Board has approved a contract bringing CLEAR+ Lanes and automated eGates to each of the Airport’s security screening checkpoints.

Tampa International Airport announced Thursday that the secure identity company, CLEAR, is expected to launch at its security screening checkpoints this fall.

The Hillsborough County Aviation Authority Board approved a contract at today’s board meeting to bring CLEAR+ Lanes and automated eGates to each of TPA’s four Airside terminals for the first time.

CLEAR+ Members will be able to enter dedicated CLEAR+ lanes and move through an eGate — an automated gate that verifies identity in under five seconds by matching a traveler’s face to their ID and boarding pass – before they move directly to physical screening.

Bringing CLEAR+ to Tampa International Airport will enable travelers to move on to screening faster, improving the security screening checkpoint process and improving the overall airport experience.

CLEAR’s expedited identity verification experience provides a faster and more predictable checkpoint journey to TPA’s travelers, and the partnership will further enhance TPA’s reputation for innovation and customer service.

“Tampa International Airport is proud to welcome CLEAR to our security screening checkpoints, expanding the range of innovative services available to our travelers,” Airport CEO Michael Stephens said. “This is a convenience that many of our passengers have long requested, and we’re excited to partner with CLEAR to provide a faster, more seamless airport experience. By giving travelers another efficient way to move through security, we’re continuing our commitment to delivering the exceptional customer service and convenience that have become hallmarks of America’s Favorite Airport.”

With over 43 million members and operations at 62 CLEAR+ airports, CLEAR’s secure identity platform is helping strengthen security and create frictionless checkpoint experiences.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Tampa International Airport to bring CLEAR’s trusted, seamless identity verification experience to travelers in one of the country’s most dynamic and fast-growing regions,” Kyle McLaughlin, EVP, Aviation, CLEAR said. “By bringing CLEAR+ Lanes and automated eGates to TPA, we can work together with the airport to deliver a faster, more predictable airport experience while building on TPA’s strong reputation for innovation and customer service.”

For more information on CLEAR, visit www.clearme.com.