Research* commissioned by London Luton Airport (LLA) reveals that passengers now have fewer wardrobe worries thanks to next generation body scanners and CT scanner technology installed at the airport earlier this year.

LLA's research found that over three quarters (77%) of flyers have previously had to remove their shoes in airport security, and a third (37%) have adapted their airport attire to account for security checks. Only 19% of passengers would wear boots at an airport because of the possible need to take them off, but this is now no longer a problem. 

Since July 2024, all security lanes at LLA have been equipped with state-of-the-art body scanners and CT scanner technology, meaning passengers can now benefit from quicker security checks. From cowboy boots to trainers and city-gent brogues, the new technology means passengers no longer need to remove their footwear** - resulting in faster security processing times, a simpler passenger experience and full fashion freedom for footwear connoisseurs! 

The new technology at LLA also means that travellers can leave liquids and electronic items in their bags as they pass through security without having to separate electronics too. Current Government restrictions mean bottles and containers must still be limited to 100ml or less.
  
A quarter (25%) of travellers cited footwear as the first item of clothing considered when deciding on their airport ‘get up’, rising to 43% for Gen Z and 44% for younger millennial flyers. However, the LLA research reveals that nearly half (46%) of flyers feel excited for a new era of simplified travel. 

Neil Thompson, Chief Operations Officer at London Luton Airport, commented: "We were delighted to become one of the first major airports in the UK to offer the benefits of next generation security to passengers ahead of what was a busy and successful summer at London Luton Airport. This investment provides LLA with enhanced screening technology, significantly streamlining operations to ensure a simple, friendly airport experience for all our guests.”

Early risers can also now take advantage of LLA’s newly launched Prebook Security*** initiative, another option designed to make the LLA security experience as quick and easy as possible. The free service allows passengers to skip security queues by reserving a 10-minute slot up to four days before travelling.
  
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Notes to Editors:

*The survey of 2,000 adults (18+) based in the UK, was carried out by One Poll between 27th-30th  September 2024²The survey of 2,000 adults (18+) based in the UK who go on holiday and travel by plane, was carried out by One Poll between 28th February - 4th March 2024 

**In some instances, passengers may still be required to remove their shoes

*** Pre-Book is currently running on a trial basis and is available for passengers arriving at security between 03.00 and 04.30. Passengers can pre-book the service from 4 days (up to 60 minutes) before arrival at LLA Security (subject to availability)

About London Luton Airport

London Luton Airport (LLA) is one of the UK’s busiest airports, carrying over 16.2 million passengers in 2023. The airport is operated by a consortium, of which the majority shareholder is AENA, the world’s largest airport operator, and InfraBridge, a leading infrastructure investment manager. Airlines include easyJet, Wizz Air, Ryanair, Tui, FlyOne, Sun Express and El Al.

The Luton Airport Express is a new dedicated train service that allows passengers to travel from central London to the LLA terminal in around 30 minutes. The Luton Airport Express runs from St Pancras International to Luton Airport Parkway station and connects seamlessly with the DART, an electrically powered people mover that connects to the airport terminal in less than four minutes.

In 2024, LLA was named European Airport of the Year (10-25 million passengers) by ACI EUROPE. 

Last year, LLA also became only the third major UK airport to achieve Level 4 of the globally recognised Airport Carbon Accreditation scheme, demonstrating that it is ‘transforming its operations to achieve carbon reductions in line with global climate goals’. With a maximum score of 100 and a five-star rating, LLA has been ranked as a sector leader for two consecutive years in the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) benchmark of sustainability governance management and performance of major infrastructure assets worldwide.

To learn about the progress London Luton Airport is making across its sustainability programme please click here.

Further information on London Luton Airport can be found here: https://www.london-luton.co.uk/

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