Major changes being made to airport security rules in the US
The Transportation Security Administration is considering allowing certain passengers to be escorted to the gates without a ticket and relaxing water bottle restrictions.
The US Transportation Security Administration is preparing to allow certain passengers to go to the gates without a ticket, as part of one of the biggest changes made to airport security procedures in decades.
Access to airport gates is starting again
It was announced that ticketless individuals in the US will once again be allowed to pass through security and go to airport gates to see off or greet their loved ones.
Scope of the application and the initial phase
It was stated that American citizens participating in the TSA PreCheck program or holding a known traveler number will be the first to benefit from this new regulation.
It was expressed that individuals wishing to take advantage of the gate access program will be required to apply online one to three days prior to their planned visit.
Potential relaxation of water bottle restrictions
The Transportation Security Administration is also evaluating the possibility of allowing certain passengers to bring fully filled water bottles through security.
Developments in security technologies
It was noted that these updates implemented stem from technological advancements achieved in aviation security in recent years and relax past restrictions.