You can breeze through TSA in minutes — or get pulled aside for a random swab test. If that’s ever happened to you, here’s what’s really going on. Whether you’ve …
TSA Precheck
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A bill to stop members of Congress from getting special treatment at TSA checkpoints just passed the Senate, and the timing is a big part of why it is getting …
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Airports
The Shortcut Travelers Found To Make ATL TSA Lines Shorter Just Went Away
by joehegby joehegAs TSA wait times have gotten worse during the government shutdown, travelers have been looking for ways to avoid the worst of the lines—especially at busy hubs like Atlanta. For …
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Airports
How Early Should You Arrive at the Airport? The 2-Hour Rule Doesn’t Always Apply
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegTravel numbers remain strong across the industry. Hotels are filling up, rental cars can be hard to find, and airports continue to see huge numbers of passengers despite high airfare …
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Airports
Can You Keep Your Headphones On at TSA? Here’s What Actually Happens
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegTSA rules don’t clearly forbid it—but scanners, metal detectors, and officers may still have other ideas. You’re packed, prepared, and feeling smug about TSA PreCheck. Shoes stay on, laptop stays …
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Tips and Tricks
What to Do If TSA PreCheck Isn’t Showing on Your Boarding Pass
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIf your TSA PreCheck status didn’t appear on your boarding pass, there are a few common reasons—and in some cases, a quick fix before you fly. Having TSA PreCheck can …
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Airports
Global Entry Might Work When You Land — Or It Might Not. Plan Accordingly.
by joehegby joehegQuick note before we start: I’m writing this on Sunday night, but you’re probably reading it Monday afternoon — and a lot can change in between. That’s what makes this …
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Airports
Why Getting Through Security at Orlando (MCO) Takes So Long
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegOrlando International Airport once advised all passengers to arrive three hours before departure. While that guidance has changed, the response it triggered highlights a bigger issue—why security at MCO feels …
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Airlines
Flying First Class Isn’t What Some Articles Claim — and That’s the Problem
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegFlying first class comes with real perks, but it doesn’t magically eliminate airport crowds, security lines, or bad weather—and confusing those expectations is where some coverage goes wrong. My husband …
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I didn’t find Delta’s new Touchless ID option because they emailed me about it. I noticed it because it appeared as one of the “New” features when I updated the Fly Delta app. …