The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has added yet another item to its laundry list of things passengers must be cautious about when packing their luggage. While electric toothbrushes are technically allowed on board, the TSA just released “special instructions” for how people can safely pack them to keep their pearly whites clean while away from … Read more
They’re being treated like fake IDs. The Maine Secretary of State’s office confirmed that some Real IDs issued by the state have been rejected at various Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoints. “A tiny fraction of Maine REAL IDs could not be read by the TSA bar code readers,” an official with Maine’s Department of the … Read more
TSA (Transportation Security Administration) PreCheck has always been a golden ticket to getting ahead in security lines at the airport — and now the system is about to get even quicker at select airports with specific airlines. Typically, travelers with TSA PreCheck must show a boarding pass or ID with the PreCheck indicator before proceeding … Read more
Flying soon? Following TSA rules isn’t just about catching your plane on time — it’s about keeping the skies safe. The shoes-off rule may be gone, but the 3.4-ounce liquids limit is still very much in effect. Now, the agency has added three new items to the “don’t pack” list, and hair lovers — listen … Read more
They told her to check the bag — she checked them instead. A fierce flyer is going viral for muscling her suitcase into a carry-on sizer at a European airport — leaving airline staff stunned when the bag actually fit. The now-legendary shove came courtesy of TikTok user Arina (@summermken_official), who posted a video of … Read more
Airlines are making international travel easier for some passengers. The airline partnered with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to pilot a new program that allows some international travelers to skip the usual TSA and customs re-screenings. The first-of-its-kind program, known as One Stop Security (OSS), will allow passengers to go directly to their connecting flight … Read more
Pack your bags, fam. Transportation Security Administration checkpoints are expanding for families traveling with children and military members, the Department of Homeland Security announced Thursday. Under a program dubbed “Families on the Fly,” TSA will add a family lane at security checkpoints, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said at a press conference at Nashville International … Read more
Well, this doesn’t sock. At long last, the Travel Security Administration (TSA) appears to be rolling back one of its most-hated airport security rules. As of July 7, according to an internal memo reported on by numerous travel industry sources, passengers will no longer be required to remove their shoes at agency checkpoints. Shoe, baby, … Read more
Getting robbed of this precious cargo will have you flying off the handles. For most, there’s no acute agony quite like the pain and panic of losing one’s cell phone, especially at the airport. But a travel expert warns that digital devices are at high risk of being swiped by ne’er-do-wells when the gadgets are placed in … Read more
That’s one fiery device. A June 6 clip on the platform has reignited buzz about the infamous Galaxy Note 7, the smartphone so dangerous it’s banned from the skies due to the possibility of its battery overheating and potentially exploding or catching on fire. In a video that racked up 2.5 million views, TikToker K-Shawn … Read more
Ahead of Father’s Day weekend, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has taken to social media to issue light-hearted warnings and guidance about all manner of airplane-averse goods — improperly packed jerky, meat marinades in excess of 3.4 oz, and pocketknives, among other items. However, when a passenger tried to bring a camping stove — complete … Read more
Your passport’s going digital — but don’t go tossing the hard copy just yet. Apple just unveiled a buzzy new feature that’ll let iPhone users upload their passport into Apple Wallet this fall, turning their device into a one-stop-shop for jet-setting — at least within U.S. borders. The new digital passport will be accepted at … Read more
Finally exhausted of reminding unruly and unaware passengers to throw away full water bottles and dispose of certain snacks — TSA is putting an end to airport anxiety by specifying which food, drinks, snacks and other perishable items are allowed. After a wave of recent high-profile airport mishaps — on one occasion, Ellen Pompeo was … Read more
An apple a day keeps the doctor away — too bad the fruit doesn’t have the same effect on security dogs at TSA. Dina, a travel influencer, was temporarily detained by US Customs and Border Protection officials and in danger of being slapped with over $800 in fines after a K9 police pooch smelled the … Read more
The juice isn’t worth the squeeze. Passengers waiting for their flights can often be seen plugging into the free USB power ports that litter airports around the globe these days. But while they might seem like a lifesaver for those low on battery, the Transportation Security Administration is warning against the common activity for a … Read more
Don’t let this mishap ruin your trip. According to the TSA, close to 100,000 lost items are recovered each year. In the rush and chaos, it’s possible that you could leave something behind — so what do you do? Luckily, the TSA and many airlines are willing to help you get your belongings back, though … Read more
Her in-flight meal is ruffling a few feathers. Some folks are just too chicken to fly. But this bold New Yorker’s rotisserie chicken snack simply wouldn’t fly with airport security — nor with clucking critics online. “I just got pulled aside by TSA for having ‘something crazy’ in my bag,” Chloé Gray, a lifestyle influencer, … Read more
This might be a soar subject. The TSA just banned a travel essential from checked luggage following a new advisory from the Federal Aviation Administration. Portable chargers and power banks that use lithium batteries are no longer permitted in checked bags, per the guideline. Portable chargers and power banks that use lithium batteries are no … Read more
No need to clear your schedule to book a Real ID appointment — there’s a way to travel without it. Starting tomorrow, May 7, US citizens must have a Real ID to fly on planes. But with DMVs across the country swamped with requests for appointments, many Americans are now in a position where they … Read more
With Americans scrambling to obtain a REAL ID ahead of the required deadline, some states are getting creative in their appointment offerings. The REAL ID requirement will take effect on May 7, when Americans must have a new form of identification in order to fly domestically. DMVs across the country are reportedly working to meet demand, … Read more