TSA Precheck Fact Sheet

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About TSA Preê

TSA  Pre√™ is an expedited screening program that makes passenger risk assessments prior to their arrival at an airport checkpoint. TSA Pre√™  enhances aviation security and provides a better travel experience.The program has expanded to 100 airports across the country and millions of passengers have enjoyed the benefits of this program since its inception.

TSA Pre√™  is a component of TSA's intelligence-driven, risk-based security approach used to provide the most effective security in the most efficient way.

Who is Eligible?

Passengers eligible for TSA Pre√™  include the following:

• U.S. citizens who are frequent fliers and opt-in via invitation from participating airlines.

• U.S. citizens who are members of existing Customs and Border Protection Trusted Traveler programs, including Global Entry, NEXUS and SENTRI.

• Canadian citizens who are members of NEXUS.

• U.S.Armed Forces service members with a Common Access Card.

• Passengers 12 and younger who are traveling with an eligible passenger.

• Passengers who are selected using existing Secure Flight system requirements while traveling on participating airlines.

These eligible passengers flying both domestically and outbound internationally from participating airports, as well as passengers with connecting domestic flights who arrive in the United States on an international flight, may use the TSA Pre√™ lanes when going through  the screening process.

Although these passengers are eligible for TSA Pre√™  benefits, TSA incorporates random and unpredictable security measures throughout the airport and no individual will be guaranteed expedited screening.

In the coming months, TSA will expand TSA Preê by launching an enrollment and prescreening process that offers U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents the ability to apply for expedited screening benefits for an anticipated fee of $85 dollars which is valid for five years.Those enrolled inTSA Preê will receive expedited screening benefits on a more consistent basis.

Screening Benefits

TSA Pre√™  benefits include a faster and easier travel experience by no longer having to remove:

• Shoes

• 3-1-1 compliant bag

• Laptop from bag

• Light outerwear/jacket

• Belt

Eligible passengers must use dedicated TSA Preê lanes to receive expedited screening.

How It Works

Participating airlines will print TSA Pre√™  indicators directly on passenger boarding passes. Eligible passengers should look for these indicators and TSA Pre√™  signs at participating airports to locate the designated lanes and enjoy expedited screening benefits.

Participating Airlines

• Alaska Airlines

• American Airlines

• Delta Air Lines

• Hawaiian Airlines

• Southwest Airlines

• UnitedAirlines

• USAirways

• Virgin America

Coming Soon:JetBlue

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