ANA to remove self-check-in machines at domestic airports next year
全日空 国内線で空港チェックイン原則廃止へ “スマホ使用”強化
Kyodo -- May 24
All Nippon Airways Co. said Tuesday the Japanese airline will remove self-check-in machines for domestic flights at 51 domestic airports from April next year as most passengers can complete their pre-flight procedures via a smartphone app.
The move, which entails removal of 437 machines used for domestic flights, is part of efforts to offer contactless services amid the coronavirus pandemic and reduce costs associated with airport check-ins. ...continue reading
May 24 (ANNnewsCH) - 空港でのチェックインを原則、廃止します。
全日空は国内線の空港でのチェックイン手続きを来年4月から原則、廃止すると発表しました。
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