CMAP

The change

The Known Crewmember (KCM) program is sunsetting and will be replaced by a TSA-regulated program, the Crewmember Access Point (CMAP). TSA identifies CMAP participants through its existing, secure Crew Vetting Program.

Three things must be true before you can use a CMAP portal

1. Passport: valid, non-expired, and accurate in the crew vetting record.
2. Consent: acknowledge use of your biographic & biometric data for screening.
3. Opt-In: your name is submitted on the Master Crew List (MCL) as eligible.

Show them your face

What you present now: your face for the live biometric photo, plus a valid, non-expired crewmember ID badge. No barcode credential. No barcode is scanned at a CMAP portal; identity is confirmed biometrically against the Crew Vetting record.

1. A

   Opt In via the Master Crew List

   Your airline connects you to TSA. Participating airlines use the Master Crew List (MCL) to give TSA the names of crewmembers who are eligible for, and have opted into, CMAP.

2. B

   Go to the CMAP Portal

   Present yourself at the designated location. At approved U.S. airports, TSA designates portal locations for CMAP participants. No barcode credential is required, just a valid, non-expired crewmember ID badge.

3. C

   Live Photo

   Biometric verification, touchless, similar to airport "touchless ID." A TSA device captures a live digitized photograph and verifies your eligibility. On a match, you are cleared to proceed into the sterile/secure area. The portal kiosk is a DHS-approved unit, a Dell tablet with a FLIR camera and Kowa lens.

4. D

   Random Screening

   Same unpredictable element as KCM. An unpredictable (random) screening protocol is built into the system, so some crewmembers will still be selected for traditional screening.

Heads-up

If your airport runs a field test: CMAP is being trialed at select locations before full rollout. Expect the points below, and follow posted signage and officer direction.

During a CMAP field test

• CMAP portals are co-located at existing KCM access points, the same place you already go.
• During the transition period, crews may still encounter KCM infrastructure and legacy procedures.
• Signage will note that biometric comparison technology is in use, and that you may choose not to use CMAP.
• You may not be loaded into CMAP yet; airlines are still entering crewmember data into the system.
• If CMAP does not grant access, the TSO will give you instructions to reach the sterile area. Follow TSO instructions at all times.

Your KCM credential

CMAP itself does not require a barcode credential. During transition and testing periods, continue carrying your KCM credential until your airline advises otherwise.

During a field test

You may decline the photo at any CMAP kiosk. If you do, or if it doesn't match, you'll be routed to standard checkpoint screening. Random ("unpredictable") screening can still apply even when biometrics succeed. Keep your KCM card and ID handy, and follow officer instructions.