The New York Times – Travel:
At more than a dozen U.S. airports, T.S.A. PreCheck members can now apply to enter the secure area, even if they’re just going to meet someone on a flight.
Category: Transportation Security Administration
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The T.S.A. Abruptly Scraps Its New Private-Security Model
The New York Times – Travel:
Under new leadership, the agency scrapped Gold+, which would have allowed private companies to provide the full scope of screening services, technology and maintenance.
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These New Travel Initiatives Could Slash Airport Wait Times
The New York Times – Travel:
U.S. airlines and airports are experimenting with initiatives that screen passengers and their bags more efficiently in an effort to slash wait times.
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T.S.A. Finds 5 Civil War Cannonballs in Passenger’s Luggage in Alabama
The New York Times – Travel:
The inert relics, some as big as a grapefruit, were detected when agents X-rayed checked bags.
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Three Airports Plan to Ditch T.S.A. Amid Push for Private Security
The New York Times – Travel:
The airports have opted in to the agency’s new security model, an agency spokesperson confirmed on Wednesday. A union official said the move could jeopardize public safety.
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Memorial Day Travel Forecast: Gas Prices, Traffic and Flights
The New York Times – Travel:
Most U.S. travelers will be driving to their destinations for the long weekend, kicking off what is expected to be a busy summer travel season.
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TSA Pushes to Expand Private Security at Airport Checkpoints
The New York Times – Travel:
Driven in part by the chaos of the last shutdown, the government is expanding efforts to use private security staff instead of federal employees at more airports.
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TSA Lines Are Shorter. The World Cup and a Lengthy Shutdown Could Change That.
The New York Times – Travel:
Security lines are shorter, but the shutdown continues and pay is unresolved. With the World Cup around the corner, T.S.A. agents are tempering their expectations.
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ICE May Remain at Airports Even After T.S.A. Pay Resumes, Border Czar Says
The New York Times – Travel:
Transportation safety officers are set to be paid on Monday, but Tom Homan, the White House’s border czar, said ICE agents may stay where there are shortages.