Long Island MacArthur Airport is taking steps to help travelers feel comfortable flying again. ISP is the first airport in the world to launch an innovative technology that works constantly to sanitize the terminal and other areas.
“Long Island MacArthur Airport has been working hard to help facilitate economic recovery in our region following the Covid-19 crisis. We expect to do this in a way that is wise, based on science and fact, and makes our customers and employees feel completely safe returning to air travel,” said Town of Islip Supervisor Angie Carpenter.
The CASPR (“Continuous Air and Surface Pathogen Reduction”) system extracts oxygen and moisture from ambient air and uses a natural catalytic converter process to produce and deliver trace levels of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) to indoor spaces. Currently used in hospitals and medical facilities, the sanitizing system is completely safe for all occupied spaces.
“Our airlines realize the importance of a complete commitment to customers’ health and safety to inspire a comfortable return to travel in the months ahead,” said Long Island MacArthur Airport Commissioner Shelley LaRose-Arken. “Long Island also understands the need to innovate with sanitation plans to be ready to welcome back travelers in a way that is wise in the new environment,” she added.
Unlike chemical or ultraviolet sanitation options, CASPR’s Natural Catalytic Converter method of producing trace levels of H2O2, is comparable to levels found in nature. The system provides the benefit of continuous protection from viruses and bacteria, both airborne and on surfaces.
Once in the air, at levels deemed by OSHA to be safe to people, pets, plants, and equipment, hydrogen peroxide seeks and destroys viruses, bacteria, mold, and fungi in the air and on surfaces. Independent testing has shown that CASPR’s devices reduce pathogens by over 99% within 24 hours, and continue to reduce and eliminate these pathogens as long as the technology is running.
“As airline passengers and employees return to the airport, we are committed to providing the highest level of comfort and confidence. The launch of these sanitation systems will cover gate areas, the security checkpoint, ticket counters, and baggage claim,” LaRose-Arken explained. “We think that these measures, along with MacArthur Airport’s organic ability to provide extra space for physical distancing, will make our hometown airport the best choice when people return to travel in the months ahead,” she added.