ALEXANDRIA, Va., December 20, 2006 —The American Association of Airport Executives announced today that Verant Identification Systems, Inc. has agreed to use its Transportation Security Clearinghouse (TSC) as the Central Information Management System (CIMS) for the Registered Traveler program. Verant Identification Systems joins other RT service providers who have chosen the TSC as the CIMS for the RT program.

“AAAE’s TSC has a proven record of success. We’ve reduced turnaround times and cost for aviation worker background checks, and we’re looking forward to bringing the same great customer service and industry experience to RT service providers in the most cost-effective manner possible,” AAAE President Barclay said. “More importantly, a permanent, interoperable and nationwide Registered Traveler program will improve security and efficiency for US air travelers and we’re proud to play such an important role toward this goal.”

“There is great enthusiasm and demand for the Registered Traveler program and the complimentary services that enrolled travelers will enjoy,” Verant Identification Systems, Inc. CEO Jeff Black said. “The RT program is an outstanding example of governmental and private sector collaboration. The AAAE, TSA and the Service Providers have created a program that will increase both overall system-wide security as well as operational efficiency. The real RT program winner is the flying public!”

As the designated CIMS, TSC is responsible for several key functions of the RT program, such as processing all records, interfacing with the TSA for background checks, ensuring a chain of trust from vetted enrollments and issued credentials, and sending alerts to all service providers regarding revoked credentials.