The Transportation Security Administration and U.S. Customs and Border Protection continue to maintain essential security operations despite a partial government shutdown. Because airport screenings and customs inspections are categorized as essential functions, the majority of the 61,000 TSA employees are Read More …
The Transportation Security Administration is celebrating the successful launch of its TSA ConfirmID program, which officially began on February 1, 2026. This innovative initiative serves as a helpful alternative for travelers who may not yet possess a REAL ID or Read More …
As of February 1, 2026, the Transportation Security Administration introduced a mandatory $45 fee for adult travelers who arrive at airport checkpoints without a REAL ID or another federally accepted form of identification. This new system, known as TSA ConfirmID, Read More …
Recent comprehensive data releases have shed light on two critical aspects of air travel within the United States: airline luggage handling performance and airport security wait times. A study conducted by MyBaggage.com, analyzing Department of Transportation figures from January 2021 Read More …
The Transportation Security Administration is actively preparing for an unprecedented volume of passengers during the upcoming holiday season, aiming to conclude a record-setting year for air travel. Between December 19, 2025, and January 4, 2026, the agency anticipates screening approximately Read More …
Singapore is set to implement a new border security measure called the No-Boarding Directive (NBD), starting January 30, 2026. This move aligns Singapore with a growing global trend, joining countries such as the U.S., Canada, Brazil, Mexico, and Japan, which Read More …
Major US airports, including Newark, Chicago-O’Hare, Miami, San Francisco, George Bush Intercontinental, and Seattle-Tacoma, are preparing for significantly longer Transportation Security Administration (TSA) wait times as the Thanksgiving 2025 holiday approaches. This anticipated congestion is due to a record-breaking surge Read More …
The United States is experiencing an extraordinary surge in tourism during the 2025 Thanksgiving holiday, marking the busiest travel season of the decade. This excitement is fueled by a record-breaking projected 81.8 million Americans traveling 50 miles or more, according Read More …
Air traffic control specialists (ATCS) are an elite group of over 14,000 highly trained professionals who provide a vital public service by ensuring the safe, orderly, and efficient movement of aircraft in the nation’s airspace. Their primary concern is safety, Read More …