American Airlines Is Testing A New System to Shame “Line-Jumpers”

They say the purpose is to "ensure customers receive the benefits of priority boarding" and "help improve the boarding experience."

American Airlines is testing a new system that will shame travelers who attempt to board before their group has been called. There will be an audible alert when they scan their boarding pass, and the agent will tell the passenger to “please step aside.” They say the purpose is to “ensure customers receive the benefits of priority boarding” and “help improve the boarding experience.” But also, it’s to shame line-jumpers. So far, American Airlines said they have been pleased with the test. And travelers seem to like it. One person on social media said, “I saw this in action yesterday. It was great. I saw about five people get punted out of line for trying to board before they were supposed to.”