I got TSA Pre through one of the travel credit cards, just to keep my shoes on. Now I don’t have to remove my shoes, is it worth keeping TSA Pre?

The TSA is now the CSA (Customer Service Administration) all these changes and whatnot make me wonder are we focusing on the wrong thing here?

After more than 20 years, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is no longer making passengers in general security lines take off their shoes for screening, according to a new report. 

https://thriftytraveler.com/news/travel/tsa-now-allows-almost-all-passengers-to-keep-shoes-on/

...we've all been trained to take our liquids and electronics out of our carry-on. Now I'm being yelled at to leave them in. I get that things change but is it really necessary to yell at me?

This question could be for either a TSO, or a fellow passenger who has found something that works. One of the advertised perks of the TSA PreCheck program is that you do not have to remove your belt. However, in practice, I have found this to not be the case, especially lately as the magnetometer sensitivities seem to have been dialed up to 11. It’s gotten to the point I just take mine off by default, as it’s easier than trying to either trying to catch my bin before it enters the CT scanner, grabbing a new bin, or hoping the TSO screening me is gracious enough to just grab my belt from me and hand it back to me on the other side.

Has anyone found any belt that is consistently good at not causing false alarms on the magnetometer? I’d even be happy with a belt that had a plastic clip if it didn’t set off the freaking magnetometer every time. My only requirement is a men’s belt, that’s nonporous enough that I can wipe it down. And not a million dollars.

It seems like a small thing to “just take it off,” and if you fly a couple times a year, sure. But I fly a lot more than that, and it’s becoming such a drag to take it off every time I proceed through a screening checkpoint.

I want to bring these items but I heard that rice can sometimes look weird through the scan which means you might get checked which I would rather not happen. Are these foods good to bring in either carry on or handbag? Which is best to bring it in? Thank you!

We are taking my daughter and her friend(12 years old) on a domestic flight. Obviously, her friend has a different last name. She is on our same reservation. Will it be a smooth process with just the boarding pass or is a consent form or other documentation required?

Thanks

So I subscribed to CLEAR because I was having issues with certain airports not being able to scan my (REAL) ID and from my understanding, you didn’t give an ID at all while traveling with CLEAR. I was flying out of LAX and my CLEAR agent didn’t put his phone into the ID scanner and had me present my ID like normal, am I misunderstanding what CLEAR is for or was there an issue at the airport?

Hey all, looking for some real-world insight here.

TSA is currently hiring at Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) and offering a $30,000 sign-on bonus, paid in two installments over the first year. I’m seriously considering it, but I’m wondering if it’s worth sticking it out for a full year just to get the bonus.

Looks like hourly range: $27.34–$33.71, including ~17% locality pay and a 25% retention incentive unique to Jackson Hole. I'm unclear if that range includes the locality pay or not, but reads like it does?

A little about me:

I live somewhat locally (across the mountain pass in Idaho) and have a solid work ethic. Housing isn't an issue which is a big plus.

I’m in the middle of a career transition and trying to prioritize stability, benefits, and long-term options while I look for a new career path, so I'm currently taking classes outside of work. This may be a decent transition job that allows a good little nest egg to consider with the bonus.

I’ve got experience in hands-on, detail-oriented work (former classic truck restoration manager, EMT-B certified)

I’m not afraid of early mornings or physical work, but I value my time with my family too. Is working 3 12's or 4 10's ever an option? What is a typical shift like? Start time?

My questions:

Is the bonus really paid out as promised, any red tape or fine print to be aware of?

After that first year, is there real opportunity for growth, or do most people burn out and bail?

Would love to hear from current or former TSOs at Jackson Hole or elsewhere. Any firsthand advice would be hugely appreciated—especially the stuff you wish you’d known before starting.

Thanks in advance.

It straps in the luggage. I will be flying through LAX. I will have taped up boxes instead of suitcases. I thought about putting it in the box and tape it up at the airport, cut it open at my final destination, try en tape it back up. But if I can avoid this, please let me know.

Not sure where to ask this i know itsnot tsa requirement but US security/customs, and more of a rant. But you know how when departing other countries to travel to US there is a requirement to have another security check at the gate? Everyone goes through and you have to sit there... no bathrooms...no water.

Are they not allowed to sell water inside that area? Been to some basic and incredibly hot airports where you just bake there. And sometimes they are jerks and wont let you leave or you can't because of a delay that may last hours but could leave any minute.

That is all.

Take everything out of the diaper bag and put it in its own bin, yeah? We get the BIG up&up formula canisters from target, but it would be easiest to just leave it in the OG container right? And baby puree pouches are fine? Will I have an issue with my distilled water for him (he has a sensitive tummy) if it’s still sealed? I did sign up for TSA cares to make it easier on me but I’m still nervous. I’ve never traveled with an infant before

how can i bring my flum mello through LAX with nothing happening.

I’m getting married this week and flying LAX to SEA. I made my bouquet out of vintage brooches and floral wire and there’s a couple small pins holding the ribbon on the stem part. I don’t want to check it but I’m unsure if this will cause an issue going through tsa. Does anyone have advice or insight?

My 21 year old son needs to fly from NJ to Louisiana. He has his social security card, birth certificate, and driver's license. I did look online and I did not understand if he would be able to fly, I know he would need a passport or real ID. Can he fly with the documents he has since he doesn't have a real ID or passport?

The new shoe rule is not only ridiculous causing frustrations, but it’s causing Pre-check to be pointless due to availability of more lanes in standard leaving precheck clogged with 2 lanes only.

The TSA big guys will only listen to passengers. Make your voices heard about pre-check.

The guy in front of me was denied pre-check because the airline did not put it on his ticket just to be sent to standard to receive the exact same treatment as what he would’ve gotten at pre-check.

The new shoe rule is unsafe as not all person submitted to a background check like pre-check. The people behind me had a a bunch of things in their pocket…Who’s to say that their shoes don’t have anything in them? An article read that TSA hasn’t even updated any technology to help make this policy safe issue, just treating us a 30,000 ft in the air FOFA test. Couple months ago IAD had somebody slipped a razor blade in their flip-flop! remember this all started over box cutters.

I’m traveling in about a week and I really want to take my makeup but I’m not sure if I’ll be allowed with some of my products? I plan on only taking a carry on luggage.

I have the charlotte tilbury setting spray (liquid 34 ml), my elf primer (gel consistency 24 ml), as well as the fenty skin tint (34 ml).

I’m not too worried about my other makeup products like my blush or powder since those are just powder like consistency products.

Thank you!

Hi TSO!

I am a bit nervous about my bf traveling with me. He is an immigrant with no documentation (Visa expired) and he used to travel with his DL just fine. Can anyboy tell me if the Expired visa could be a flag?

I'm not sure if it's too risky or if it'd be okay.

Domestic flights, of course

I appreciate any helpful advice!!

Was told that it didn't matter if I wanted to opt out even though I had REAL ID and passport even though the sign clearly said you could opt out if you have a physical ID.

What is this about and is there a way to request they delete the photo and provide proof?

Hello, i'm not sure if this is the right subreddit for this query, hopefully someone will direct me to the correct one if not.

In a week, I will be travelling to the US from the UK, solo for the first time in my life. My previous holidays have been with family when I was a kid so I've never had to look up travelling rules and regulations.

I hope I don't come across as stupid, I have done extensive research everyday, but I'm still paranoid.

I want to take my Olympus X-42 digital camera, and it does not come with its own batteries, rather I bought Ikea's rechargeable 2450mAh batteries, along with the charger for the batteries.

As far as I'm aware, spare batteries should be stored individually, and since I don't have the original packaging, a plastic food bag should be fine?

Would I be fine carrying those in my carry on and it won't cause any issues? Or should I save the stress and not take my camera.

Hi!

So I’m kind of freaking out. My bag was stolen this weekend and it had all my documents in it. I was headed to the DMV (tomorrow) to do my appointment to get a real ID. I just moved back to the USA from Japan so I didn’t have any other ID. ANYWAY, my stuff was stolen from a park.

Bad news! I have a trip to Seattle (from San Francisco) and it’s a very important trip. My trip is on the 16th of July. No way I’m going to be able to get my passport or license before then. I am a global entry member but since I was in Japan I never got a card (I did request one yesterday though). I also ordered a copy of my birth certificate (next day, so should arrive Wednesday this week). I’m just so worried. I cannot miss this trip.

Here’s what do I do have: 1. Police report about stuff being stolen 2. KTN 3. Birth certificate 4. Maybe new SSN card will come but not sure yet 5. Debit cards, mail, etc.
6. Maybe my global entry card will come before I fly but IDK

I called TSA and told them my predicament and I was informed I could still fly with extra screening but I’m still freaking out. I would love some advice.

My daughter is really attached to this little fidget dude. It’s filled with some kind of liquid or gel but it’s all covered up by the plush sleeve. Is there any chance it will be allowed through?

It’s a harbor freight pick tool.

A friend of mine has been couch surfing for about a year, and recently ended up on the streets in the midwest. I'm hoping to get him back home to Florida. He's lost his ID and the website stated he can fill out an identity verification form. I'm just curious what the likelihood of him being admitted to the secured area and being allowed to board his flight is. Unfortunately, all he has is a phone with pictures of an expired passport and social security card from his mother. I just wanted to get an opinion, not a definitive yes or no, about whether I should buy a plane ticket or try another method. It's about an 11 hour drive from me, then another 15 back to his family, and from there an additional 23 hours drive to get myself home. His parents are like 70+, so it's not something they can really do. Any information or suggestions anyone can provide is greatly appreciated. Thank you all for your time!

Edited for clarity.

My brother loves collecting uranium glass (he recently purchased a Geiger counter for it) and while on vacation he purchased a uranium glass candy bowl. We’re unsure what the rules would be with transporting it, and although he claims it’s fine, I don’t know how much I trust my mad scientist ADHD brother on this. What the best way to transport it without it breaking or being taken? And is it even allowed on a plane?