Top Tips For Airport Security in 2023 | Navigating TSA with Ease ✈️ 🪪

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Scottevest has women's and men's vests, hoodies, tops, bottoms, and jackets – something for everybody! Remember here: we're talking about jackets or vests that can hold your valuables and be removed easily to go through the airport security x-ray. But they're equally useful at your destination to keep your valuables close at hand while you explore.




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[ahmedalsadek]

So, I would like to share with you my techniques with airport / TSA:

1- Before I leave for the airport, I always remove items that may cause additional screening. I have been doing this for the last 15 years.
2- I make sure to remove any items that may cause additional screening.
3- After my bags are checked in, I never waste time and immediately proceed to the checkpoint to finish the process as quickly as possible. Later, I can relax and spend time in the departure lounge.
4- I always arrive at the airport 4 to 5 hours before the flight time. My calculation is as follows: 30 to 45 minutes for bag check-in, 45 minutes for TSA and other procedures, and I aim to be at the gate 50 minutes before the flight. It's important to be among the first to board the plane to avoid having my bag taken. This leaves me with at least 2 extra hours to relax at the airport, considering unexpected delays.
5- I always carry printed copies of any necessary documents. You never know if your phone might die or get lost.
6- I prioritize wearing comfortable shoes and clothing. If I need a jacket, I always remove it before going through TSA.
7- Asking for directions is always helpful. Before visiting a new airport, I use Google and YouTube to investigate and gather basic information, and directions, sometimes learning from others' experiences.
8- I never argue if I know I am wrong. Instead, I try to minimize situations that can lead to misunderstandings.
9- A smile and a friendly greeting go a long way. I always say hi to officers and staff.
10- It's important to remember that you are not the first person the officer has checked. They may have already checked over 200 people before you. So, it's essential to be patient, even if the officer seems aggressive. As I mentioned before, a simple "hi" and smile can work wonders.

I hope these techniques are helpful.

[staubachrt]

Thank you for your words regarding the TSA screeners. While it's not a physically demanding job most of the time, it can be mentally. The TSA screeners operate in an environment of being scared of getting in trouble by their leads, supervisors and managers. Not to mention the constant threat of being fired. The TSA LOVES to fire its employees. Bi-annual recertification is highly stressful as well because, once again, employment is on the line. While it's true that many screeners can be rude, this is not at all common. Some of the rules passengers have to follow are looked upon as ridiculous by the very people who have to screen those passengers. The screeners have no choice in the matter. The TSA SOP is like a holy book that must be followed strictly...or else. By the way, in my 11.5 years of working for the TSA at LAX I can only think of two times when I had a problem with a passenger. Two. I don't have enough space in my head to count how many times I had a problem with a co-worker, lead, supervisor or manager. That's sad. Again, thank you for your words.

[kerrycutting]

I don't know if anyone covered it, NEVER NEVER wear any type of clothing you may have been to a weapons range recently. The sniffers will pick that up immediately. Several years ago had it happen on a pair of boots I went through the TSP CP and it was all kinds of fun

[olgaanatoliivna]

I have been to a good number of countries in North America, Asia, and Europe. Some airports were better than others, but the worst airport I had to go through was Dublin Airport. The security went through all of my bags one thing at a time. I felt like they were stripping my dignity off, one little peace at a time. I almost cried. I missed my flight along with all of my connecting flights. The staff was not helpful in changing my ticket. They were lying to my face and pointing to each other. It was horrible. It felt like stuff was punishing me and I have no idea what for. I ended up buying another ticket. Avoid this airport at all cost.

[rrrosecarbinela]

Photography vests are also awesome. I can put my macbook in the back pocket.

[ozgirl]

Really comprehensive video! Thanks.
I agree that it’s a must to be polite to TSA staff. There seem to be differences in what is required, even with precheck, from one airport (or one agent) to another so I usually ask if I should take off my jacket and/or hat. Sometimes precheck isn’t operating and you have to queue with everyone else, but if your boarding pass shows that you have precheck then staff may be lenient and tell you to leave on your jacket and not take out your liquids bag.

[dougpettey]

Once again, that's overwhelming for me. I guess I'll just stay home. I do appreciate your confident tone and cheerful presentation.

[nanayeboah]

Non U.S. citizens qualify for TSA Precheck AND Global Entry 😊

[brittr.]

You're the goat!!! 😊we need this playing outside of every checkpoint 😅

[granthanham]

Thanks for all that Nora. I didn't know about the undergarment money belt situation. Cheers

[LEXPIX]

Great tips. Love the vest idea. I use photo vests since they have many pockets.

[PinayFuzzions]

This has nothing to do with the video here, but I am loving those art work behind you. I have the same ones from when I was in Japan. Thanks for always giving us the best tips. Thanks for making it clear about Pre-Check, a lot of people think it work overseas. I just got back from traveling abroad, and they don't honor this pre-check. Aloha from Hawaii

[mapleleafbassinc]

In Germany, they always screen solo female travelers. EVERY SINGLE TIME. Empty pockets, sports bra without wire, no belt - doesn't matter.

[davidroman]

It is just a total luck of the draw going thru security. Flew from London to Denver. Cleared customs no problem. Had a connecting flight to Texas and had to go thru security. No issues here other than I have had both knees replaced so have to go thru "special" line in Denver. No issues there.
The connecting flight was delayed then cancelled. Had to stay over night in Denver. Next morning back to airport, got checked in headed to security again. I had 2 carry on bags. Nothing was different in either bag. At security both my carry on bags were pulled and gone thru and nothing in either bag.
Do everything you can before you get to the airport, then hope for the best. Good Luck.

[susanwestfall]

The money belts are great, but I had a panic situation with mine. My sister and I were at our hotel in London waiting for our cab when ran back to the room to switch from a backback to a crossbody bag. I had everthing out on the bed when I realized my passport was not there. After frantically searching, I ran back down stairs to tell my sister that I couldn’t find it, when she reminded me of the money belt. Sheepishly, I checked and yes, my passport was safely there. That darn money belt was so comfortable that I forgot I had it on.

[NANCYMARUYA]

I love watching your videos! I always learn something new and feel prepared for my next trip! Thanks for all your tips!

[lauranduati]

We are travelling to the U.S from Australia next year. We will be wearing a money belt with under $2k on our flights over. If we bury the money belt in our personal carry item, are we allowed to lock it with a tsa lock? I have no trouble opening the bag if asked, I just don't want to risk someone going through my bag without me being present 😬

[sbpierce]

I’ve worn a moneybelt travelling for over twenty years and only once have I ever been stopped at security. And that was LEAVING the Netherlands. Much easier to pack it away as you suggest.

[oldebill]

Great video, all of it valuable and informative. Thanks for the clarification about belts and I agree with the shout out to TSA officers. See you in the next video.