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section: transit
first_reported: 2026-11-11 15:44 EST
updated: 2026-11-11 15:44 EST
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# PHL becomes first US airport to use facial recognition for Global Entry

Global Entry travelers at Philadelphia International Airport no longer have to stop at a kiosk to answer customs questions.

Section: [Transit & Streets](/philadelphia/section/transit.md) · Entities: [Philadelphia International Airport](/philadelphia/wiki/philadelphia-international-airport.md), [Global Entry](/philadelphia/wiki/global-entry.md)

## Coverage

- [The Philadelphia Inquirer](https://www.inquirer.com/business/global-entry-phl-philadelphia-facial-recognition-20261111.html), 2026-11-11 15:44 EST: PHL is the first airport in the country to implement new facial recognition technology for Global Entry

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