The TSA Will No Longer Touch Your Boarding Pass Here’s an interesting move by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) that makes sense in the current climate. Some travelers, like me, won’t even notice a change. (I’ve been using the… Johnny Jet , May 25, 2020
The TSA Will Now Let You Fly With a Recently Expired Driver’s License Although I highly recommend staying home for the next couple of months (like Natalie and I and the kids are), some people still have to fly, for various reasons. And… Johnny Jet , March 23, 2020
2 Coronavirus Updates for Anyone Flying Soon or Trying to Cancel Flights I don’t usually send out travel tips out on Sundays, but these are unprecedented times. I’m sure you’ve all seen the insane immigration lines at the screening 13 airports where… Johnny Jet , March 15, 2020
If You Don’t Have a REAL ID-Compliant Driver’s License, Make an Appointment Now UPDATE (March 26, 2020): Citing the seriousness of the COVID-19 pandemic, President Trump said on Monday that “the federal government will delay requirements for Americans to obtain a Real ID… Johnny Jet , February 26, 2020
The Busiest Thanksgiving Travel Season Ever Begins Tomorrow Thanksgiving travel season officially begins tomorrow, and as you might expect, that means airports are about to see a huge spike in traffic. In fact, this Thanksgiving travel season will… Johnny Jet , November 21, 2019
Follow the TSA on Instagram for Travel Help Each Friday, we feature a reader-submitted tip as our Travel Tip of the Day. This week’s tip comes from my friend Michelle K., who suggests looking to TSA on Instagram… Johnny Jet , July 26, 2019
Don’t Fly With Sparklers or Even the Smallest Fireworks July 4 is tomorrow, so today’s tip is another reminder to never, ever fly with fireworks. As I’ve written before, fireworks are explosive devices and will be confiscated by the… Johnny Jet , July 3, 2019
Why I Finally Signed Up for CLEAR CLEAR is a membership program that allows approved travelers to get to the front of the security line in select airports, which are listed below. CLEAR has been around for… Johnny Jet , July 2, 2019
The TSA Has Changed Its Policy Regarding Flying With CBD Products As of Sunday, certain products containing Cannabidiol, also known as CBD, and select forms of medical marijuana are permitted on flights by the TSA. From NBC News: “All forms of… Johnny Jet , May 30, 2019
Use the MyTSA App to See How Long the Security Line Will Be In the fifth week of the partial government shutdown, the number of TSA workers calling in sick continues to rise. Long security lines should be expected at U.S. airports,… Johnny Jet , January 21, 2019
A Message From the TSA Regarding Duty Free Liquids I received an email from the TSA this week (they have a newsletter; you can sign up in the bottom-right here) reminding travelers that all oversized liquids—including Duty Free liquors… Johnny Jet , October 18, 2018
A Few Tips for Anyone Flying With a Pet Did you know that this month is National Service Dog Month? As you’re likely aware, there’s a lot of contention around the issue of people abusing airline service animal policies, to… Johnny Jet , September 19, 2018
Why You Should Save Your Hotel Shower Cap for the Airport Each Friday, we feature a reader-submitted tip as our Travel Tip of the Day. This week’s tip comes from reader Mary B. of Guilford, CT, who says: “Save the shower… Johnny Jet , July 20, 2018
The New TSA Rule Regarding Baby Formula, Spices and Other Powders On Saturday, a new TSA rule went into effect concerning powdered substances in your carry-on on flights into the U.S. Here’s what you need to know, via the Chicago Tribune: “With… Johnny Jet , July 2, 2018
This Small Mistake Could Delay You at Security Sometimes when going through security, people forget to take things out of their pockets or take their belt/shoes off. It’s happened to all of us: You remember right before you… Johnny Jet , June 20, 2018