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TSA relaxes security screenings
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has relaxed airport security screening procedures for children and the elderly following widespread criticism.
The new policies allow children, aged 12 or younger, to go through airport security without taking off their shoes.
To minimize the need for pat-downs, children are now allowed to go through metal detectors and body scanners several times to clear any alarms.
Screening changes for passengers who are 75 years or older are similar to the screening process for children.
Elderly people will also be able to go through airport security without removing their shoes. They can also go through a security checkpoint without removing a light jacket.
To minimize pat-downs, the elderly will be able to go through the metal detector and body scanners several times to clear any alarms.
The TSA has also debuted a new program to help frequent travelers move through security checkpoints faster.
The program is called "TSA Pre" and is available in more than 30 US airports to frequent passengers of a limited number of airlines, including Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, and United Airlines.
Travelers who enroll in the program:
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Do not need to take off their shoes and belts while going through security
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Can keep their computers inside their bags
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Can go through security without taking off a light jacket
To enroll in the "TSA Pre" program, visit GlobalEntry.gov. The TSA has a hotline to answer questions about the security process for passengers with disabilities and medical issues. The toll-free number is 1 (855) 787-2227. The agency suggests calling 72 hours before traveling to allow enough time to make any changes before going through security.
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