Travelers through Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK) just got a high-tech upgrade to their airport experience. CLEAR, the company known for streamlining the identity verification process, has unveiled new biometric 'eGates' at OAK, designed to zip passengers through security quicker than ever. Announced today, these gates enable CLEAR+ Members to authenticate their identity in seconds, eliminating the need to queue up before the traditional TSA check. In the same breath, the airport now also offers TSA PreCheck® enrollment, courtesy of CLEAR's expanded services.
Joining forces with Oakland's airport, CLEAR has rolled out this technology that allows travelers to bypass the traditional TSA podium, striking a balance of efficiency and security. Kyle McLaughlin, the Executive Vice President of Aviation at CLEAR, celebrated the launch, telling Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, "It's all part of CLEAR's mission to deliver the most frictionless, modern travel experience – helping you win the day of travel." This sentiment underscores the company's commitment to revolutionizing travel at a time when OAK preps for the influx of visitors due to the Super Bowl and FIFA World Cup.
The convenience of these new CLEAR eGates is expected to be a major boon for passengers, allowing for identity verification in under five seconds, a notably swift leap forward. Craig Simon, the Director of Aviation at the Port of Oakland, acknowledged the significance of this milestone. As OAK prepares for increased foot traffic during high-profile events, Simon sees the biometric eGates and the availability of PreCheck enrollment as vital enhancements to the airport's operations and customer service.
OAK's introduction of the new gates coincides with the broader national expansion of CLEAR's eGates, now a fixture in over 30 airports across the country. With the travel industry bracing for the upcoming global sporting events, these additions aim to streamline processes while maintaining high security standards. OAK is also opening its doors to the TSA PreCheck program; as an Official Enrollment Provider, CLEAR now enables travelers to sign up or renew their PreCheck memberships right at the airport. The benefits of being a TSA PreCheck member include a more streamlined screening process, allowing members to keep their belts and light jackets on and leave laptops in their bags during security checks. Details for PreCheck enrollment are available on CLEAR’s authorized TSA site.
