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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...

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 Week in Review: June 18th - 24th

Patriotic Suitcases

TSA Fourth of July Travel Tips 2018

These fireworks were discovered in a checked bag at the Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW).

TSA Week in Review - June 11th - 17th

Video

TSA Cares: Screening Travelers on the Autism Spectrum

Faces of TSA

Faces of TSA: Mark Escherich

Joint Press Release

Air Cargo Advance Screening Program Goes into Effect

Press Releases

TSA catches 15th gun so far this year at BWI Airport

July 13, 2018

Temporary TSA Pre✓® application center open for appointments inside United Airlines Ticketing Office at New York Penn Station

July 13, 2018

TSA Strategy

The 2018-2026 TSA Strategy guides the agency through TSA’s 25th anniversary and identifies three strategic priorities: Improve Security and Safeguard the Transportation System, Accelerate Action, and commit to Our People.

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Image from the TSA Instagram account with the following caption: Aron got a whiff of the wrong suitcase. Stinky luggage is just one of the many hazards that comes with the job of a TSA explosives detection canine. Aron would prefer suitcases filled with bacon if given a choice. Aron works at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT).
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TSA trains, and deploys both TSA-led and state and local law enforcement-led canine teams to secure our Nation's transportation systems through effective explosives detection, visible deterrence, and timely, mobile response to support rail stations, airports, passenger terminals, seaports, surface carriers, and other facilities and special events.
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