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IATA Survey: Passengers Embracing Biometrics, AI Use In Travel Planning
An IATA survey finds passengers want more biometrics; AI is changing travel planning; and entry requirements are a growing barrier to travel.
IATA survey findings indicate passengers are seeking greater use of biometrics in travel processes. The study also notes that artificial intelligence is influencing how travelers plan their trips.
Travel planning is increasingly being shaped by AI, according to the survey, suggesting travelers are turning to automated and smart systems to assist in choosing flights, accommodations, and itineraries.
Biometrics are highlighted as a growing interest among passengers, pointing to a desire for more seamless identification and verification methods during travel.
Entry requirements are identified as a growing barrier to travel, with respondents indicating that visa rules and other formalities can limit travel decisions and destinations.
The report underscores a broader trend in aviation where technology, including biometrics and AI, intersects with passenger preferences and travel ease, potentially affecting how airlines and airports design future processes.