At TSA we are piloting a variety of innovations at the checkpoint to improve security by focusing on people, technology and process.In the process arena, TSA launched a self-select lane pilot this week in Salt Lake City, Utah. The self-select lane is aimed at enabling travelers to select a lane customized to their pace. Because [...]

The price of passports increased recently when a new limited-use passport card also made its debut, the Postal Service announced.
The cost of applying for a new passport for people older than 16 increased $3, to $100. Passports for people younger than 16 also increased $3, to $85.
Post offices are also accepting applications for the new [...]

I found this interesting article for everyone to read.  It’s worth clicking and signing into Travel Weekly’s website. 
Whether a traveler is allowed to board an airplane may soon be even more up to the government’s discretion, a situation that has privacy advocates crying foul. A new proposed program would use an FBI-generated database to determine which [...]

Question:  Can I take alcohol with me for consumption during the flight?
Answer: 3-1-1 means 3 ounces or less of any liquid, gel, aerosol or cream are allowed in carry-on baggage in one ziptop quart bag and one bag per passenger.  This rule applies for any security checkpoint at any airport.  You can purchase alcohol after going [...]

Want to give a favorite traveler something they can really use as they traipse around the country or the globe? Something high- (or low-) tech that will make air travel more comfortable, safe and secure — and take the edge off flying in coach? Something to inspire them to explore new locales?
We’ve got dozens of [...]

1. Starting Jan. 31, DHS will no longer allow Americans or Canadians on Canada’s border to enter the U.S. by showing their driver’s license or declaring their citizenship. Instead, travelers must present a passport or an enhanced driver’s license or border pass card.  Washington Post, The
2. Passengers will no longer be able to pack loose [...]

The holidays are here and so is the stress.  There is nothing like the stress of booking tickets and traveling during the holidays.  Added to that stress is airport security.  I am a former TSA airport screener (www.tsa.gov) and I have made it my personal mission to help passengers get through airport security fast, safe [...]