Avalon Airport 3D scanner an Australian first

The Rapiscan 920CT now in use at Avalon's international terminal.

AVALON Airport recently became the first airport in Australia to be granted permanent approval to use a CT scanner able to create three-dimensional images of passengers’ luggage.

The Rapiscan 920CT, which is being trialled by several international airports across Australia, helps increase security and efficiency.

Avalon chief executive officer Justin Giddings said the technology had benefits for all involved.

“It provides a clear view for security staff whilst saving passengers the bother of having to remove their laptops from their bags.

“We’re always aiming to improve efficiency for our passengers, and are pleased that we can do so, whilst at the same time ensuring top quality security procedures.”

Avalon’s international terminal also includes the Rohde and Schwarz Body Scanner, which allows for several people to be scanned at once.

Avalon Airport intends to introduce the CT scanner to its domestic terminal next year.

The airport also recently announced a partnership with Vietnamese airline Vietjet Air, as Avalon looks to grow its international operations.

The tie-up will see Vietnam’s largest airline operate services between Avalon and Ho Chi Minh City from the second half of 2020.

Avalon Airport executive chair David Fox said he was delighted with the confidence of Vietjet in Avalon as a future gateway to Melbourne and the Geelong region.

“Ho Chi Minh City will be the first Vietnamese connection, but we’ll hope to expand this to other cities, such as Hanoi and Da Nang, in the future.”