Chicago-based United Airlines on Wednesday introduced to its mobile app the ability to check in for international flights by scanning their passport with a mobile device.
– Chicago Tribune
08.08.2014
United Airlines customers checking in for international flights now can scan their passports via their iOS and Android mobile devices. United says it is the first U.S. airline to add that option.
– USA TODAY
08.07.2014
Even if you can check in online, you still have to show your passport somewhere at the airport if you’re flying international. United Airlines wants to do away with that step, though, so the company has updated its iOS and Android app with the capability to scan passports on your own.
– Engadget
08.07.2014