Transportation Security Administration News

Axios • Sareen Habeshian

Record 31 Million Expected for Thanksgiving Holiday Air Travel Surge

The 2024 Thanksgiving period is poised to set new records with Airlines for America estimating over 31 million travelers, surpassing previous highs. The TSA plans to screen 18.3 million passengers, marking a 6% increase from 2023, highlighting robust growth in air travel demand.

2024-11-19T07:39:43.739980-08:00

Runway Girl

DOT Outlines Significant Flight Change Refund Criteria

2024-11-19T10:58:08.534228-08:00

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Flight Crew Member Cited for Loaded Handgun at TSA Checkpoint

2024-11-18T10:03:23.167648-08:00

View from the Wing

Alaska Airlines Crew Stops 737 Hijacking Attempt by Intruder in Montana

2024-10-30T05:06:11.484643-07:00

Transportation Security Administration News Timeline

Runway Girl

DOT Outlines Significant Flight Change Refund Criteria The US Department of Transportation has introduced a new rule that clarifies which flight changes are considered significant enough to warrant a refund for passengers, marking an important regulatory update in aviation consumer protection.

2024-11-19T10:58:08.534228-08:00

DOT Outlines Significant Flight Change Refund Criteria

Axios

❗️

Record 31 Million Expected for Thanksgiving Holiday Air Travel Surge The 2024 Thanksgiving period is poised to set new records with Airlines for America estimating over 31 million travelers, surpassing previous highs. The TSA plans to screen 18.3 million passengers, marking a 6% increase from 2023, highlighting robust growth in air travel demand.

2024-11-19T07:39:43.739980-08:00

Record 31 Million Expected for Thanksgiving Holiday Air Travel Surge

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Flight Crew Member Cited for Loaded Handgun at TSA Checkpoint A flight crew member was cited after TSA officers found a loaded 9mm handgun in her carry-on at Reagan National Airport on November 15. The weapon had nine bullets, including one chambered, prompting heightened security measures and an ongoing investigation by authorities.

2024-11-18T10:03:23.167648-08:00

Flight Crew Member Cited for Loaded Handgun at TSA Checkpoint

View from the Wing

Alaska Airlines Crew Stops 737 Hijacking Attempt by Intruder in Montana A man breached security at Missoula, Montana airport on October 22nd, attempting to hijack an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737. Several crew members were injured during his effort to commandeer the plane and redirect it to Seattle, with a further intended destination of Estonia.

2024-10-30T05:06:11.484643-07:00

Alaska Airlines Crew Stops 737 Hijacking Attempt by Intruder in Montana

Flying Magazine

New TSA Compliance Deadline for CFIs: November 1 Certified Flight Instructors must adhere to updated TSA requirements starting November 1. This policy change impacts the certification process and aims to enhance aviation security measures. CFIs should ensure compliance to avoid potential disruptions in their instructional activities.

2024-10-23T10:55:55.140114-07:00

New TSA Compliance Deadline for CFIs: November 1

ANI News Agency

❗️

Indian Govt Responds to Spike in Hoax Bomb Threats Amid a surge of over 90 hoax bomb threats in one week, Indian authorities plan to implement tougher penalties, including legislative amendments and adding perpetrators to a no-fly list. The aviation industry faces increased security challenges as plans are expedited to ensure safety and deter future threats.

2024-10-20T20:34:11.091819-07:00

Indian Govt Responds to Spike in Hoax Bomb Threats

Airways Magazine

Caribbean Airlines and Red Air Join TSA PreCheck Program The TSA has expanded its expedited screening program by including Caribbean Airlines and Red Air. This addition increases the roster of participating airlines to nearly 100, offering more passengers the convenience of quicker airport security processes.

2024-10-17T12:05:07.711673-07:00

Caribbean Airlines and Red Air Join TSA PreCheck Program

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

TSA Detects Over 5,000 Loaded Firearms at U.S. Checkpoints in 2024 The TSA intercepted over 5,000 firearms at U.S. airport checkpoints in the first nine months of 2024, averaging more than 18 per day. Most firearms were loaded despite the risk of significant fines and clear warnings against carrying firearms in hand luggage.

2024-10-09T06:57:16.859658-07:00

TSA Detects Over 5,000 Loaded Firearms at U.S. Checkpoints in 2024

Create a free account to see more recent Transportation Security Administration stories.