Body scanning machines to debut at Newark airport

NEWARK

Beginning Thursday, the Transportation Security Administration is rolling out new high-tech body scanners at Newark. The machine create a computerized image of a person's body and give screeners the ability to check for weapons.

The scanners debuted at Kennedy Airport last week. There currently are more than 300 of them in use at 65 airports around the country.

TSA officials will be at Newark Liberty Airport on Thursday to demonstrate the machines and procedures to protect passengers' privacy.

The TSA says the technology is optional for all passengers.

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