The Transportation Security Administration on Thursday began using a full-body scanning machine to electronically peek through clothing to screen passengers at the security checkpoint for concourses A and B.

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The TSA spokesman said the operation is not in response to a specific threat.However, federal sources told Channel 2 investigative reporter Mark Winne the inspections are part of a counter-terrorism operation.

The U.S. Homeland Security chief will urge 190 nations today to improve aviation security with body scanners and other innovations to stop terrorists from carrying plastic and powdered explosives onto airplanes.

A six-month test run of the controversial ‘naked’ body scanner began at the Hamburg Airport on Monday. While the Interior Minister hailed the security measure as “a victory for safety,” concerns about passenger privacy continue.