I've long been an advocate for finding ways to simplify the process when traveling. I'll gladly give up a bit of personal information to expedite security screening or the immigration process when … [Read more...] about Clear Immigration Faster with These Programs
TSA
Should You Get a Redress Number?
Thanks to the TSA, flying today is supposedly safer than it was pre-9/11. The TSA still fails 95% of tests, but through technology and do not fly lists, the government and TSA would like you think … [Read more...] about Should You Get a Redress Number?
What Does SSSS on a Boarding Pass Entail
For any frequent flyer, there is nothing worst than not being able to print a boarding pass at home or use a mobile app. Whenever I receive a notification that I must print my boarding pass at the … [Read more...] about What Does SSSS on a Boarding Pass Entail
TSA PreCheck Now Includes Random Screening of Electronic Devices
For the American Frequent Flyer, TSA PreCheck has for the most part made airport security bearable. In my opinion, PreCheck is among the best opt-in program after Global Entry. The only difference, I … [Read more...] about TSA PreCheck Now Includes Random Screening of Electronic Devices
Three Reasons NOT to Privatize the TSA (#garyleffiswrong)
From the desk of the Devil's Advocate… A few days ago, our friend Gary Leff over at View From The Wing wrote a post arguing the time has come to take the function of airport security screening away … [Read more...] about Three Reasons NOT to Privatize the TSA (#garyleffiswrong)
Is It Time To Dump TSA PreCheck and Get a Clear Membership?
From the desk of the Devil's Advocate… It's become such a staple of Conventional Wisdom to tell frequent travelers to sign up for TSA PreCheck that even the mainstream media has begun mentioning it in … [Read more...] about Is It Time To Dump TSA PreCheck and Get a Clear Membership?
Having Some Fun with CBP: The Global Entry Selfie
I'm not one to take a lot of selfies. That's not to say never, but it seems I have more cranky old man traits than that of a millennial. There may exist some photos of me in First Class pajamas or … [Read more...] about Having Some Fun with CBP: The Global Entry Selfie
Do You Already Have TSA PreCheck, or Is It Time to Enroll?
TSA PreCheck is great. I can walk from curb to gate in under 10 minutes, stopping briefly to put my keys and phone in a plastic dish. Otherwise I leave all my clothes on and don't need to unpack my … [Read more...] about Do You Already Have TSA PreCheck, or Is It Time to Enroll?
You Probably Won’t Need a Passport for Domestic Flights
Everyone seems to be in a tizzy about four states (and one territory) that have failed to implement driver licenses consistent with guidelines established by the national Real ID Act. Part of the plan … [Read more...] about You Probably Won’t Need a Passport for Domestic Flights
TSA Misses 95% of Weapons in Its Own Tests
The Transportation Security Administration loves to impress the general public with its security theater, sending out a weekly update on how many guns and knives it's collected from ordinary … [Read more...] about TSA Misses 95% of Weapons in Its Own Tests
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