Frequent flyers are heralding a recent Department of Homeland Security change as a step in the right direction (pun intended).
According to a press release from the government agency, airline passengers can now keep their shoes on at TSA security checkpoints when traveling through domestic airports. This is expected to “streamline the TSA security checkpoint process, leading to lower wait times.”
For nearly 20 years, most passengers had to take their shoes off and pass them through the scanning machines at the TSA security checkpoint. A CNN Travel report on the policy change noted that it is no longer needed due to improved screening technology and enhanced security measures, such as requiring a Real ID.
In making the announcement, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem stated, “Thanks to our cutting-edge technological advancements and multi-layered security approach, we are confident we can implement this change while maintaining the highest security standards.”
She also spoke of the improved customer service experience this change will provide, noting it is expected to “drastically decrease passenger wait times at our TSA checkpoints, leading to a more pleasant and efficient passenger experience.”
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