Leidos highlights next-generation airport security at PTE
AeroTime Deputy Editor, Ian Molyneaux, had a chance to sit down with Nik Karnik, vice president of Leidos’ Global Security Products division, at Passenger Terminal Expo (PTE) to discuss how advanced screening technologies are shaping the future of airport security.
Karnik explained how Leidos is moving beyond standalone screening tools toward more integrated, data-driven systems that connect body scanners, baggage screening and detection technologies into a unified checkpoint experience. With thousands of systems deployed globally, the focus is on improving both threat detection and passenger flow, helping airports manage growing volumes without compromising safety.
Building this market isn’t just a business; to us, it’s a mission.
Nik Karnick
Vice President of Global Security Products, Leidos
The conversation also highlights the role of automation and collaboration in modernizing security operations. By integrating systems and working closely with airport operators and partners, Leidos is helping reduce false alarms, speed up screening and enable more informed decision-making at checkpoints.
