Currently, travelers often have the choice between presenting a paper boarding pass or displaying a QR code on their smartphone. But this practice could soon become obsolete, replaced by more modern technologies.
Tony Douglas, general manager of the airline Riyadh Air, predicts the disappearance of boarding passes, even digital ones, in favor of biometrics (facial recognition, fingerprints) by 2030. “What we have designed has more points in common with Uber and Amazon,” he told Telegraphemphasizing the desire to create an “exclusively digital” experience.
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Travel expert Paul Charles confirms this trend: “We will also see the end of paper passports within ten years, as airports introduce eye and facial recognition technologies to verify your identity. »
While this technological development promises to simplify air travel, it nevertheless raises concerns about increased dependence on smartphones. “The disadvantage is that the phones discharge,” recalls Paul Charles, who calls on companies and airports to offer more charging points.
What about Morocco? For now, the kingdom still requires the presentation of a paper boarding pass for certain flights. Ryanair, for example, imposes this rule and applies a heavy fine to passengers who do not comply.
But as the country is about to organize several international events, it will therefore be led, or even forced, to review its paper boarding pass policy.
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