A TSO at DJT Airport in Florida stepped up when an airport employee got trapped in an elevator, prying open the doors and alerting airport operations.
Proud to have him on our team!
Full story: tsa.gov/about/employee-stori…
Where can you fly? The @FAANews has more on that here: faa.gov/uas/getting_started/…
Foiled again, this time by our officers at San Diego Airport… Let’s just say it’s NEVER a sharp idea to hide or even pack a knife of any size in your carry-on.
If you’ve got any tin foil travel theories that need to be checked, text our team @AskTSA (275-872).
ALT A knife placed in tin foil and placed under the lining of a carry-on bag at SAN Airport.
One less thing to stress about on travel day? Knowing your ID is good to go.
Check our list of acceptable forms of ID before heading to the airport.
tsa.gov/travel/security-scre…
From bomb sniffing cats to candy security canines, it’s a busy month for pets… it’s cool with us if your fuzzy friend flies but please verify with your airline that your highly trained security professional has the proper credentials needed for flight clearance.
ALT Left: A pug wearing a candy security costume\nRight: A cat wearing a bomb vest
A clear warning on flying drones in restricted airspace.
According to a DOJ indictment, Pujan Gajjar did it twice over an active runway, now he faces up to 8 years in federal prison.
Endanger others by flying your drone in restricted airspace, and you will be found and charged.
“Unauthorized drone incursions into protected airport airspace jeopardizes aircraft and endangers pilots, passengers and the entire community. This office will continue working with our law enforcement partners to ensure the safety of our airspace.” @FBIDallas @DFWAirport @DallasLoveField @FAANews @TSA @SeanDuffyWI @USDOT
justice.gov/usao-ndtx/pr/dal…
Are you flying somewhere soon? It’s important to remember that everyone has to a role to play at the airport & beyond. Whether you're flying to the beach, a big city, or any upcoming events, if you see something, say something.
Learn more: dhs.gov/see-something-say-so…
Get to the airport and don’t have an acceptable form of ID?
Good news: With TSA ConfirmID, you have the option to pay a small fee, and we’ll try to confirm your identity so you can go through security.
Learn more: tsa.gov/tsaconfirm-id
Our mission extends beyond the walls of the airport. We answer the call and happily partner with other agencies to ensure everyone makes it home safely, no matter the venue. This weekend, our team supported local law enforcement at @ChiMarathon. ⬇️
