Common Use Passenger Processing Systems (CUPPS) describes the range of services, specifications, and standards enacted to enable multiple airlines, service providers, or other users to share physical locations such as check-in desks, bag drops, gate positions, etc. CUPPS is based on an open standards-based environment and has been specifically designed to easily incorporate new technologies as they become available, such as but not limited to near field communications (NFC) devices.

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What’s inside the CUPPS Technical Specifications?

This guide is designed to help organizations implement Common Use Passenger Processing Systems (CUPPS) effectively. Included are three editions of the CUPPS Technical Specifications: versions 1.04, 1.03, and 1.01. Version 1.04 is the latest and reflects current standards. Version 1.03 remains available to support ongoing implementations that have not yet transitioned to 1.04. Version 1.01 is retained as a legacy reference for environments still relying on this edition. Its goal is to promote a shared understanding among airports, airlines, and government agencies.

Key topics covered

  • Provides high-level guidance on CUPPS procurement, project management, implementation, and maintenance. Not a technical specification or development manual.
  • Targets a wide range of stakeholders: airports, airlines, handling agents, suppliers, and government/security bodies.

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