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June 18, 2009, 4:03 PM
Budget Travel gets answers! The TSA weighs in on complaints our readers have posted to our blog on inconsistent policies at airports nationwide regarding whether to put shoes inside or outside of bins.
Budget Travel gets answers! The TSA weighs in on complaints our readers have posted to our blog on inconsistent policies at airports nationwide regarding whether to put shoes inside or outside of bins.
Comments (7)
June 11, 2009, 8:07 AM
Finding reliable airport security wait-time data is about as frustrating as actually waiting in line at security.
Finding reliable airport security wait-time data is about as frustrating as actually waiting in line at security.
June 4, 2009, 3:39 PM
Comments from you, the flying public, on our recent post about the TSA's new policy on shoes passing through airport x-ray machines.
Comments from you, the flying public, on our recent post about the TSA's new policy on shoes passing through airport x-ray machines.
May 28, 2009, 12:23 PM
In the bin or out of the bin—that is the question.
In the bin or out of the bin—that is the question.
October 29, 2008, 9:36 AM
On Friday, Germany decided that it would not allow its airports to use full-body scanner security checks. Look at photos of the scans to find out why.
On Friday, Germany decided that it would not allow its airports to use full-body scanner security checks. Look at photos of the scans to find out why.
July 2, 2008, 12:14 PM
This fall, it may become possible to pass through security without unpacking your laptop—if you have the right bag.
This fall, it may become possible to pass through security without unpacking your laptop—if you have the right bag.
May 9, 2008, 11:40 AM
For checked or carry-on luggage, try using zip ties instead of costly metal locks. Our TSA tipster says that these are long plastic ties that lock and can't be opened unless cut.
For checked or carry-on luggage, try using zip ties instead of costly metal locks. Our TSA tipster says that these are long plastic ties that lock and can't be opened unless cut.
May 7, 2008, 2:13 PM
How many victims are there? Who's to blame for all the lost items? What's the best strategy for avoiding robbery? We ask the TSA and a former baggage systems manager for Midwest.
How many victims are there? Who's to blame for all the lost items? What's the best strategy for avoiding robbery? We ask the TSA and a former baggage systems manager for Midwest.
May 7, 2008, 10:54 AM
We asked the TSA to respond to the many questions that readers posted to our recent item. Has the TSA stolen from you? Read the TSA responses.
We asked the TSA to respond to the many questions that readers posted to our recent item. Has the TSA stolen from you? Read the TSA responses.
April 29, 2008, 11:03 AM
The TSA is scheduled to expand its Black Diamond security checkpoint program to Milwaukee today, making it the 13th airport so far to offer self-select lanes based on ski icons (green for beginners, blue for intermediate, and black for expert).
The TSA is scheduled to expand its Black Diamond security checkpoint program to Milwaukee today, making it the 13th airport so far to offer self-select lanes based on ski icons (green for beginners, blue for intermediate, and black for expert).
April 23, 2008, 11:44 AM
One reporter argues that luggage inspectors are too often thieves. But is the threat exaggerated?
One reporter argues that luggage inspectors are too often thieves. But is the threat exaggerated?
April 18, 2008, 12:25 PM
New body scanners installed yesterday at airports in New York City and Los Angeles allow security screeners to peek under passengers' clothing to detect hidden weapons.
New body scanners installed yesterday at airports in New York City and Los Angeles allow security screeners to peek under passengers' clothing to detect hidden weapons.
March 31, 2008, 5:02 PM
Recent news from the TSA doesn't make us feel any less stressed about security screening.
Recent news from the TSA doesn't make us feel any less stressed about security screening.
February 27, 2008, 9:05 AM
About 20 to 26 percent of TSA workers leave their jobs—or are let go—each year.
About 20 to 26 percent of TSA workers leave their jobs—or are let go—each year.
February 22, 2008, 11:43 AM
Last week, officials in London announced the possibility that U.S. air marshals could be used on all transatlantic flights on U.S. carriers.
Last week, officials in London announced the possibility that U.S. air marshals could be used on all transatlantic flights on U.S. carriers.
February 22, 2008, 8:51 AM
The TSA is trying something novel at Denver International Airport: When you reach the security checkpoint, you can choose which line to enter.
The TSA is trying something novel at Denver International Airport: When you reach the security checkpoint, you can choose which line to enter.
February 5, 2008, 8:17 AM
Meet Bob, Ethel, Jay, Chance, and Jim —your friendly, blogging TSA officials. But will they be able to answer your questions?
Meet Bob, Ethel, Jay, Chance, and Jim —your friendly, blogging TSA officials. But will they be able to answer your questions?
January 3, 2008, 9:16 AM
There's a new ban on spare non-rechargeable lithium batteries in checked luggage.
There's a new ban on spare non-rechargeable lithium batteries in checked luggage.
December 6, 2007, 9:01 AM
The TSA has logged a record number of complaints in past months—but you'll be surprised to find out why.
The TSA has logged a record number of complaints in past months—but you'll be surprised to find out why.
July 20, 2007, 9:36 AM
The TSA says you can keep your lighters ... maybe.
The TSA says you can keep your lighters ... maybe.
