Have you ever wondered why the TSA doesn’t allow liquids in carry-on bags? It’s a pain having to pack all your liquids in a checked bag, especially if you’re only going on a short trip. But the TSA has a good reason for the liquid ban. The liquid ban was introduced around the world after … Read more
You’re standing in line at the airport, waiting to go through security, when you see the TSA agent swabbing a passenger’s hands. You wonder to yourself, “Why does the TSA swab hands?” The answer is that the TSA is testing for traces of explosives. The TSA swabs are analyzed for nitroglycerin, nitrates, glycerin, or other … Read more
If you’re a frequent flyer, you know the drill: take off your shoes, belt, and jacket, empty your pockets, and put your bag on the conveyer belt. But if you have TSA PreCheck®, you can skip some of those steps and go through a faster security line. So, what do you do when your TSA … Read more
Do you ever get to the airport and go to put your boarding pass in the TSA PreCheck line only to realize that your pass doesn’t have the PreCheck indicator on it? If so, you’re not alone. Many people have had this same experience and it can be frustrating, especially if you’re running late for … Read more
If you submitted your application for TSA PreCheck and are still waiting for a response, you may be wondering what is taking so long. According to the TSA website, they aim to provide applicants with a status update within 60 days of receiving all the required information. However, this process may take longer if there … Read more
If you’re reading this article, it’s probably because you were hoping to see the “TSA PreCheck” indicator on your boarding pass but didn’t. There are a few possible reasons why you didn’t get PreCheck, and we’ll go over them all in this article. We’ll also give you some tips on how to make sure you … Read more
If you’re like most people, the thought of going through airport security can be a bit daunting. There are so many rules and regulations to keep track of, and it can be difficult to know what is and is not allowed. One common question that people have is whether or not the TSA will accept … Read more
If you’re like most people, you probably don’t think about your driver’s license until you need it. But what happens if it’s expired? Can you still use it to get through airport security? The answer is yes… sort of. The TSA will accept expired driver’s licenses or state-issued IDs for a year after expiration. However, … Read more
As someone who regularly flies domestic, you may be wondering if you need a passport. The answer is no – at least not yet. However, you will need valid identification to get past TSA checkpoints. An expired passport is not considered valid, but if it is all you have, you should still bring it when … Read more
If you’re like me, you often have to travel with medication and are worried about whether or not the TSA will check your medication. I know I used to be. But after doing some research and reading this article, I found out that medication is usually screened by X-ray. If you don’t want your medication … Read more