Archive for August, 2008

New Technology and Uniforms Deployed in Time for Conventions in Denver and Minneapolis

August 30, 2008
With the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Denver behind us, TSA Minneapolis-St. Paul is gearing up for the Republican National Convention (RNC) Sept. 1-4.
More than 60,000 travelers were expected to depart Denver International Airport (DEN) on Friday, August 29, the day after the close of the DNC. That same day, as convention attendees [...]

Traveling to Beijing for the Olympics?

August 8, 2008
When departing the United States for China:

Make sure to abide by the 3-1-1 rule; all liquids, aerosols and gels in your carry-on luggage must be three ounces or less and must fit comfortably in a one-quart sized bag. Each passenger is allowed one bag.
Check with your airline for their rules concerning [...]

GAO Report Encourages Process Improvements, Validates Testing Methodology

August 14, 2008
Today, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report on risk-based covert tests conducted by TSA’s Office of Inspection. This report is the result of a year-long audit requested by Congressman Bennie Thompson. GAO had full and open access to how TSA conducts and documents its covert testing.
TSA’s covert testing program [...]

TSA Continues Expansion of Whole Body Imaging

Whole body imaging is an umbrella term used to describe technologies that enable TSA to detect prohibited items including weapons, explosives and other metallic and non-metallic threat items concealed under layers of clothing without physical contact. Whole body imaging technologies are completely voluntary and safe for passengers. To date, nineteen airports across the nation are [...]

TSA Tests Shoe Scanning Technology at LAX

July 25, 2008

In 2008, TSA will test shoe scanning technology at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Testing of this technology is a key step towards eventually allowing passengers to keep their shoes on when they go through the security checkpoint; the biggest complaint about the security screening process.
The two units at LAX – [...]