American Airlines Cracks Down on Line-Skipping at Charlotte Airport with New “Gate Lice” Technology

American Airlines is introducing new technology to address the issue of “gate lice”—passengers who skip the boarding line. This behavior, where travelers crowd the gate before their designated boarding group is called, can disrupt the boarding process and create frustration, the Associated Press reported.
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