TSA PreCheck is a program that allows travelers to go through airport security faster. It can be obtained through credit card rewards, including Capital One Venture & Venture X, Chase Sapphire Reserve, Delta SkyMiles, and American Express cards. More than 15 million Americans, about 5% of the country, have TSA PreCheck. However, some travelers who are new to the program may not be familiar with security etiquette, causing the line to move slower. Insider spoke to a frequent traveler named Ott, who shared some tips for getting through TSA PreCheck quickly and efficiently. Ott recommends wearing comfortable clothing and keeping jewelry and watches in your bag until you pass through security. He also suggests wearing sneakers instead of shoes with metal components, as they are less likely to set off the scanner. Additionally, Ott advises having your boarding pass and identification ready before it's your turn to show them, to avoid holding up the line. By following these tips, travelers can have a smoother and faster experience with TSA PreCheck. [4306c572]
A travel influencer has shared a hack for getting through security at London Heathrow in just five minutes. The influencer, @raimeetravels, revealed that passengers can now pre-book a specific timeslot for when they should arrive at security, allowing them to avoid long queues. This service, called Timeslot, is currently available for Terminal 3 flights operated by Emirates. Passengers can pick their timeslot two to three days before their trip and will receive a QR code. The influencer reported that she got through security in less than five minutes using this service, which she described as the coolest thing she has seen any airport do. The Timeslot initiative is a free service aimed at regulating the flow through security and speeding up the process. However, slots are allocated on a first come, first serve basis. The service does not permit reservations for timeslots less than 90 minutes prior to departure for long-haul flights or less than 60 minutes prior to departure for short-haul flights. The government has also mandated the use of advanced security scanners in all airports by June 2024. [521cb6e2]
