Tag: Transportation Security Administration
TSA Shares New Airport Security Screening Procedures
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is rolling out new screening procedures over the next few weeks to airports across the country and wants travelers to be prepared. TSA Administrator David Pekoske said of the updates: In the interest of TSA frontline workers and traveler health, TSA is committed to making prudent changes to our screening … TSA Shares New Airport Security Screening Procedures
TSA to Accept Expired Identification at Checkpoints
For travelers that have been unable to renew their identification cards, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) said today that it will accept an expired driver’s license or state-issued ID at their checkpoints, provided that it expired on or after March 1, 2020. TSA will continue to accept those expired IDs for a year after their … TSA to Accept Expired Identification at Checkpoints
REAL ID Deadline for Domestic Air Travel Approaching
A deadline is fast approaching, and it could impact millions travelers who use their state issued driver’s licenses as identification when flying domestically. The October 1, 2020 REAL ID deadline is just 13 months away, and, unless the federal government delays the new requirements, all travelers will need to have a REAL ID driver’s license … REAL ID Deadline for Domestic Air Travel Approaching
An Advisory for Guests Flying to and from Theme Park or Cruise Destinations
Vacationers with flights scheduled into and out of domestic theme park locations or cruise line port areas may want to pay some extra attention to their flight status for the time being. As the United States’ partial government shutdown continues, staffing issues have been reported at certain U.S. airports — including Orlando International Airport — which have … An Advisory for Guests Flying to and from Theme Park or Cruise Destinations
Orlando International Airport Decides Not To Replace TSA
The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority has decided against replacing TSA employees at Orlando International Airport with private security. Briefings were held in early February to discuss the possible change, citing lengthy wait times and lowered customer satisfaction at the airport. A protest was held by Transportation Security Administration employees and other government workers in late … Orlando International Airport Decides Not To Replace TSA
How the Real ID Act Will Affect Travelers When it Begins Jan. 22nd
We last mentioned the new ID law, which will affect U.S. citizens travelling internationally and domestically using state drivers licenses for identification, back in June. Since then, some states have gained extensions and some additional information has come out that could help travelers figure out exactly how the Real ID act will affect them when … How the Real ID Act Will Affect Travelers When it Begins Jan. 22nd
TSA Now Requires Cameras to Be Placed in a Bin
The Transportation Security Administration (or TSA) recently announced that all electronic devices larger than a cell phone will now be required to be placed in a separate bin outside of all bags. Cameras and any other large electronic device will now have to have nothing above or below it as it goes through the X-Ray … TSA Now Requires Cameras to Be Placed in a Bin
