Unlock airport capacity with private 5G: Enhancing passenger flow with seamless connectivity

With passenger traffic climbing, airports stand to benefit from higher revenue potential. However, heavily-trafficked terminals in the world’s busiest airport hubs are struggling to keep pace with this increased demand.
Jan. 5, 2026

With limited real estate for expansion and constrained operational capacity, airport leaders are turning to new technologies—automated baggage systems, biometric check-in, AR/VR-assisted wayfinding, and more—to boost efficiency and enhance the traveler experience.

However, few airports have the necessary technological foundations and framework to fully support these new capabilities. That’s why many facilities are turning to private 5G networks, which provide the advanced airport connectivity necessary for sustainable growth and modernization.

Curious to know how private 5G can benefit your airport? Use this paper to explore how airports can enhance passenger flow to unlock airport capacity with the seamless connectivity private 5G provides. In it, you’ll learn:

•    What private 5G networks are and how they compare to public 5G and Wi-Fi networks
•    How private 5G powers passenger experience technology like automated baggage systems, biometric check-in security, AR/VR-assisted wayfinding, and more
•    How private 5G in airports enhances security, cost-effectiveness, and reliability
•    What spectrum considerations to keep in mind for best results

This guide shows you how to build smart airport operations that maximize the passenger experience and helps you keep up with rising traffic demand.