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TSA prepared for spring break travel season across West Virginia

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is prepared for spring break travel in and out of West Virginia airports.


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TSA officers prevent local man from carrying loaded gun onto flight at Reagan National Airport

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) prevented an Alexandria, Va., man from bringing his loaded handgun onto his flight early this morning (March 9).


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TSA prepared for spring break travel across airports in New York

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is prepared for spring break travelers across the state and is focused on ensuring the most efficient checkpoint experience for new and seasoned travelers alike.


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TSA using state-of-the art identity verification technology, accepting mobile driver licenses at SLC security checkpoint

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) has deployed the next generation of Credential Authentication Technology (CAT) to verify the identity of travelers.


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TSA officers prevent man from bringing a gun onto flight at Westchester County Airport

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Westchester County Airport prevented a Florida man from bringing his loaded handgun onto his flight on Monday, March 6. The man’s 9mm handgun was loaded with seven bullets including one in the chamber.


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TSA recruiting security screening officers to work at Portland International Airport

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is hiring women and men to work at the Portland International Airport (PDX) in preparation for the busy spring and summer travel seasons.


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TSA tips on traveling with small children through a security checkpoint at Philadelphia International Airport

Traveling through a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) security checkpoint with an infant, toddler or small child can go smoothly when travelers know what to expect and prepare in advance


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TSA is prepared for higher passenger volumes for Spring Break travel season

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is prepared for spring break travelers and offers a few travel tips for the most efficient checkpoint experience.


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TSA issues new cybersecurity requirements for airport and aircraft operators

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) issued a new cybersecurity amendment on an emergency basis to the security programs of certain TSA-regulated airport and aircraft operators, following similar measures announced in October 2022 for passenger and freight railroad carriers.


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New Technology installed ahead of Spring Break travel at Bradley International Airport

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at Bradley International Airport (BDL) has installed new state-of-the-art advanced technology computed tomography checkpoint scanners (CT).


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TSA to host hiring event for Transportation Security Officers at Dane County Regional Airport

Release: MADISON, Wis. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is hosting a hiring event Thursday, March 23 to assist individuals interested in applying for a job as a Transportation Security Officer (TSO) at Dane County Regional Airport (MSN).


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Secretary Mayorkas Joined Leaders from the Public and Private Sectors to Discuss Opportunities to Modernize DHS

News Release: WASHINGTON - Yesterday, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas convened a meeting of the Homeland Security Advisory Council (“the Council") at the White House to discuss how the Department can enhance supply chain security, improve efforts of intelligence and information sharing capabilities, promote greater transparency, improve customer service, and expand on its Homeland Security Technology and Innovation Network.


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TSA recruiting Federal Air Marshals in Chicago, Detroit, and Minneapolis

Release: CHICAGO - The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is hiring additional women and men to serve as Federal Air Marshals. Applications are being accepted now through Wednesday, March 29, 2023.


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TSA recruiting Federal Air Marshals in three west coast cities

Release: WASHINGTON - The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is hiring additional women and men to serve as Federal Air Marshals in Seattle, Los Angeles and San Francisco. Applications are being accepted now through Wednesday, March 29, 2023.


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TSA recruiting for Raleigh-Durham International Airport and offering significant pay increase opportunities for future growth

Release: RALEIGH, N.C. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is hiring officers to work at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and looking forward to meeting potential candidates in March. Individuals who are interested in learning what it is like to be a TSA officer can get their questions answered and receive hands-on application assistance by visiting the Durham NCWorks Career Center on March 15.


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TSA to hire Full and Part time security screening officers for Burlington International Airport

Release: SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is holding a recruiting event Monday, March 20 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event is designed to assist individuals interested in applying for a job as a Transportation Security Officer (TSO) at Burlington International Airport (BTV).


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TSA offers spring break preview and travel tips for passengers departing Portland International Airport

Release: PORTLAND, Oregon - The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) anticipates steady passenger volumes through its security checkpoints at Portland International Airport (PDX) during an extended spring break travel season.


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Passengers encouraged to arrive early as TSA installs new checkpoint technology at Bismarck Airport

Release: BISMARCK Three state-of-the-art advanced technology Computed Tomography (CT) checkpoint scanners that provide 3-D imaging will soon be installed at the Transportation Security Administration checkpoint at Bismarck Airport (BIS).


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British Nationals Sentenced for Interference with Flight Crew, Assault during Flight Diverted to BIA

Release: BANGOR, Maine - Two men from Manchester, England were sentenced in U.S. District Court in Bangor today for interference with a flight crew and assault. The charges stem from an incident on a Jan. 2, 2023 TUI Airways flight that diverted to Bangor International Airport (BIA).


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TSA to begin installation of computed tomography screening technology at JQF

Release: CONCORD, N.C. Officials with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced today the installation of two new computed tomography (CT) X-ray scanners is on track to begin Monday at the Concord-Padgett Regional Airport (JQF) security checkpoint.