Blog Posts for 2018
From the Administrator: A Look Back at My First Year
One year ago today I was given the honor of joining and leading the men and women of the Transportation Security Administration. I continue to be inspired by their skill and dedication every day.The Top Five Items People Ask About: Razors, Batteries, Makeup, Shampoo & Deodorant
1. Razors - There’s a lot of confusion out there as to what types of razors are OK to pack in your carry-on baggage. So people ask us about this one all the time.Four Tips To Remember When Checking Your ID At Airport Security
Whether you’re traveling with an expired license, misplaced your ID, or recently changed your name, you can still fly. Here are a few tips you should know before you fly. 1) Know what is valid IDTSA Week In Review: July 16th - 24th
TSA discovered 84 firearms in carry-on bags around the nation from July 16th through the 22nd. Of the 84 firearms discovered, 71 were loaded and 36 had a round chambered. Firearm possession laws vary by state and locality.TSA Week In Review: June 25th – July 15th
TSA discovered 269 firearms in carry-on bags around the nation from June 25th through July 15th. Of the 269 firearms discovered, 235 were loaded and 85 had a round chambered.Comic-Con International 2018 Travel Tips
If you’re attending Comic-Con International in San Diego this week, you may want to take a couple of minutes to read this post.Ways to Travel with Cremated Remains
You may have seen a story in the news recently about a traveler finding his mother’s cremains spilled in his checked bag at LAX. We understand how painful losing a loved one is, and we express our sincere condolences.TSA Week in Review: June 18th - 24th
TSA discovered 92 firearms in carry-on bags around the nation from June 18th through the 24th. Of the 92 firearms discovered, 80 were loaded and 29 had a round chambered.TSA Fourth of July Travel Tips 2018
Arrive Early: TSA is projecting one of the busiest Fourth of July travel periods on record! TSA officers will screen 28.3 million passengers and crew from June 28 – July 9, 2018.TSA Week in Review - June 11th - 17th
As we approach Independence Day, it’s important to remember that fireworks are not allowed in either carry-on or checked bags. The fireworks pictured here are just some of the fireworks discovered recently.