IATA confirms the 100% worldwide implementation of 2D bar-coded boarding passes, replacing the previous generation of more expensive and less efficient magnetic stripe boarding passes.
The project has given passengers greater choice in checking in at home, on a mobile device or at an airport kiosk. Airlines now also are able to issue a single, printed boarding pass for multiple flights, simplifying the journey for passengers with flight connections or those traveling on different airlines.
Moreover, the universal use of 2D boarding passes opens the door for automated access to premium services. For example, with a scan of a 2D boarding pass, eligible passengers can access fast-track security lanes or lounges.