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Whiz through TSA airport security

Whiz through TSA airport security

Many travelers will kick off their vacations with that dreaded foray through airport security for screening and scanning. According to Airlines for America, an industry trade association, more than 200 million people will fly on US airlines this summer, 26.8 million of them on international flights. Like last year, travelers need to anticipate long security…

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Whiz through TSA airport security – Do you qualify for TSA Pre✓™?

Whiz through TSA airport security – Do you qualify for TSA Pre✓™?

  Determine whether you qualify for the TSA Pre✓™ prescreening initiative operating at certain checkpoints at 16 airports and slated for expansion to 35. Eligible US citizens flying domestically on American Airlines, Delta, United, and Alaska Airlines and current members of Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Trusted Traveler programs (including Global Entry, SENTRI, and NEXUS)…

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TSA news for travelers over 75: No more airport pat-downs

TSA news for travelers over 75: No more airport pat-downs

New from the TSA: The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is testing out modified, more humane, security measures for travelers ages 75 and over. Beginning Monday, March 19, 2012, travelers ages 75 and over will be subjected to fewer pat-downs and won’t have to remove their shoes and light jackets… [Read the basics you need to…