Leeds Bradford: Airport Security, Immigration & Border Control

[White Heather]

I imagine this doesn’t come cheap, it’s an expensive business running an airport.

Around 10 years ago, we were told that excluding any major projects , the cost of running LBA was £29m per annum. I can only imagine what that cost is today given the rampant inflation over the past few years, and that's before projects such as this one, and the new ILS aerials are added.

 

[LBAYORKIE]

Leeds Bradford to install four CT scanners – Business Traveller

The first lanes are expected to be installed in the fourth quarter of this year, with completion by early 2024…

www.businesstraveller.com

 

[Aviador]

We didn't receive a press release for that. Some genuine good old fashioned positive reporting?

I thought LBA would wait until the equipment is moved to the new location before upgrading.

 

[airforced]

We didn't receive a press release for that. Some genuine good old fashioned positive reporting?

I thought LBA would wait until the equipment is moved to the new location before upgrading.

Left hand and right hand possibly not talking to each other? Not for the first time and CERTAINLY not the last either.

 

[LBAYORKIE]

We didn't receive a press release for that. Some genuine good old fashioned positive reporting?

I thought LBA would wait until the equipment is moved to the new location before upgrading.

They have a new locally based marketing/advertising company so maybe thats the reason.

 

[Aviador]

No it's not new.

 

[LBAYORKIE]

Well, relatively, I was told by one of the airport directors about 2 months back they had just switched from the previous London based agency to a local one.

 

[White Heather]

Well, relatively, I was told by one of the airport directors about 2 months back they had just switched from the previous London based agency to a local one.

The agents they used a couple of years ago was in Leeds. Aviador, LBASpotter and myself have had a meeting with them back then.

 

[LBAYORKIE]

The agents they used a couple of years ago was in Leeds. Aviador, LBASpotter and myself have had a meeting with them back then.

Strange. I would have thought he would have known.

 

[lbaspotter]

But more in-depth article regards the new scanning machines to be installed at LBA soon.

Leidos to Deliver New Security Technology at Leeds Bradford Airport

Leeds Bradford Airport has contracted Leidos to provide new scanners, tray return systems and security software at its security checkpoint.

airportindustry-news.com

 

[lbaspotter]

Work must of started inside the terminal security area as the following message has appeared on the airports website home page this morning.

We are currently upgrading our security area with new technology to enhance the security process for all our departing passengers; please allow extra time and plan to arrive a bit earlier than usual when going through security.

 

[White Heather]

Work must of started inside the terminal security area as the following message has appeared on the airports website home page this morning.

Possibly the new kit that removes the need for liquids to be in small containers and plastic see through bags?

 

[paully]

Possibly the new kit that removes the need for liquids to be in small containers and plastic see through bags?

Yes it is...When we went through in August one of the guys there said they were starting to install in November and you will be able to leave liquids and iPads/Kindles etc in your hand luggage...Shoes and belts remain on as well...He reckoned it would revolutionise security and speed of access....If so let's hope LBA make a big thing of it before the main holiday booking season starts...
Every little helps

 

[Aviador]

Work to move the security area is some way off as it will be going where the current arrivals hall is. If I remember correctly the new scanning equipment will be mandatory from next year at all UK airports. I don't think the current location will be large enough for much of it although the new scanners will allow for quicker egress through the security channels into departures. Expect more equipment and more lanes when it moves to its new location later.

 

[White Heather]

Work to move the security area is some way off as it will be going where the current arrivals hall is. If I remember correctly the new scanning equipment will be mandatory from next year at all UK airports. I don't think the current location will be large enough for much of it although the new scanners will allow for quicker egress through the security channels into departures. Expect more equipment and more lanes when it moves to its new location later.

Yes that's correct. And not only more lanes, they'll be longer lanes too, and those staff monitoring the scanners will be located away from the lanes in an adjacent dedicated room. All part of phase 2 though

 

[rollo]

Work to move the security area is some way off as it will be going where the current arrivals hall is. If I remember correctly the new scanning equipment will be mandatory from next year at all UK airports. I don't think the current location will be large enough for much of it although the new scanners will allow for quicker egress through the security channels into departures. Expect more equipment and more lanes when it moves to its new location later.

All major UK airports are required to have the new 3D scanners operational by next June. I don't know what the definition of a major airport is but Teesside for example already has them up and running. BHX security area is undergoing a pretty big re-vamp to accommodate them.

 

[EX9]

Half of the current security screening area is boarded off to allow for these new machines to be installed. They will then do the other half over several weeks.

This should hopefully make a noticeable difference for next summer and also when they open the new security area in a few years.

 

[leedslad]

Exciting upgrades at Leeds Bradford Airport!

We're enhancing your travel experience with cutting-edge security infrastructure by Leidos, set to be fully operational in February 2024. Say goodbye to removing items from your hand luggage during security checks!

Plus, we're introducing new body scanners, e-gates, and smart tray return systems to make your journey smoother than ever! No more unpacking hand luggage, just a seamless journey through security.

We appreciate your patience during these improvements and recommend arriving three hours before departure. Thank you for being a part of our exciting transformation!

 

[Aviador]

Exciting upgrades at Leeds Bradford Airport!

We're enhancing your travel experience with cutting-edge security infrastructure by Leidos, set to be fully operational in February 2024. Say goodbye to removing items from your hand luggage during security checks!

Plus, we're introducing new body scanners, e-gates, and smart tray return systems to make your journey smoother than ever! No more unpacking hand luggage, just a seamless journey through security.

We appreciate your patience during these improvements and recommend arriving three hours before departure. Thank you for being a part of our exciting transformation!

A significant improvement on what was there previously. Does anybody know how many channels are planned in the new security area when its moved? @White Heather ?

 

[paully]

Lots of difficulties at the moment with very long queues at times ie the first wave...LBA now advising to arrive 3 hours before your flight but not more than that....you can imagine the social media response