Beginning in June 2026, the TSA will begin operational field testing of the Crewmember Access Point (CMAP) at select airport locations. CMAP utilizes TSA’s latest biometric facial comparison technology to positively identify eligible crewmembers. CMAP leverages the same biometric technology as TSA’s PreCheck Touchless ID program. The technology conducts a comparison of the crewmember’s facial image to an image on file with the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Traveler’s Verification System (TVS). This is a voluntary program that crewmembers will need to Opt-in if they choose to participate. (Note: Your airline will collect and store an attestation on your behalf prior to using a CMAP lane). During this transition period at these select locations, if the CMAP program does not complete a match, then the Transportation Security Officer (TSO) will provide further instructions to assist with access into the airport sterile area. It is important to follow the TSO’s instructions during this transition period and program rollout.
Airport Locations and rollout dates:
- Week of June 22: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Dulles International Airport (IAD)
- Week of June 26: Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
What to Expect:
- CMAP will be co-located at KCM access point/s (Note: the KCM system is sunsetting and the CMAP system will be replacing it during this transition period).
- Signage will be posted at CMAP locations notifying crewmembers that this system uses biometric comparison technology, and crewmembers may choose to not utilize CMAP.
- If for some reason CMAP does not grant you access, the TSO will provide further instructions to gain access into the airport sterile area.
- During this transition period, crewmembers must still have their KCM barcode cards and approved government issued IDs available for use.
- Airlines are currently loading data into the CMAP system and crewmembers attempting to use CMAP may not be entered into the system yet.
- Follow TSO instructions at all times.