TSA introduced the so-called backscatter scanners, sometimes referred
to as the "naked" X-ray machines, at U.S. airports in 2009. Many
travelers were not happy that naked images of themselves were displayed
to TSA officers in a nearby room. In addition to privacy concerns,
travelers were concerned about radiation exposure. (Read more: The Skinny on Full-Body Scanners
)
The replacement scanning machines offer less invasive, cartoon-like
images of passengers. And you can even turn around after passing through
the machine to see the same image TSA officer review.
"This change in deployment is in no way related to any public concerns about the safety of Backscatter."
To date, the less invasive "Gumby" scanners are in use at the following airports, the TSA confirms:
- Boston Logan International Airport
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport
- Los Angeles International Airport
- New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport
- Orlando International Airport
Airports to Remove 'Naked' Body Scanners - Yahoo! Finance
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