Extensive TSA airport screening measures are now in place at airports all across the United States, the Transportation Security Administration has announced. The new screenings and security procedures come after a wave of fear over too-lax processes. Here's some of the new rules:
Travelers at U.S. airports where TSA has security, must remove all phones, along with some foods, powders, books and reading materials, and anything else “that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine."
TSA also said that passengers can expect more delays with the new procedures as bag-checking and screenings will be more plentiful.
However, those who are TSA Pre-Check passengers "will continue to experience expedited screening by not having to remove shoes, the 3-1-1 liquids bag, laptops, light outerwear jackets, or belts," the company announced in their press release.
Passengers flying into the U.S. also now face enhanced screening at their overseas departure airport. Those on inbound flights may be asked additional questions before boarding the aircraft and possibly extra bag screening.
