[NAGDU] summer travel tips from TSA

Sat Jun 23 15:53:06 UTC 2018

One time I was asked to take my shoes off, I did while asking,
Do you think they will fit you?
Reply
Probably not.
Then we both laughed.
Original message:
> You need to actually read the wording on the website, and I have also 
> talked to TSA representatives about this when they have tried to make 
> me take my shoes off, and the representative has also stated that since 
> I am disabled I do not have to.  So, you are incorrect.  Get your facts 
> straight or lose your credibility as far as I am concerned.  Also, one 
> of the guide dog instructors I know used to actually do TSA training at 
> some airports, and he even knew the rules better than you guys do.
> Jordan

> -----Original Message-----
> From: NAGDU <nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jenine Stanley via NAGDU
> Sent: Thursday, June 21, 2018 7:14 PM
> To: NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users 
> <nagdu at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Jenine Stanley <jeninems at icloud.com>
> Subject: Re: [NAGDU] summer travel tips from TSA

> That’s actually not true Jordan. If you have TSA PreCheck or Global 
> Entry cards you do not generally have to remove your shoes unless they 
> alarm, then regardless of your status, shoes off. Even if you do have 
> one of the verified ID types listed earlier, you can still be chosen at 
> random to have a full scan.

> They are also looking more closely at food in your carry-on, including 
> your dog food so expect that to be taken out and scanned this summer.

>> On Jun 21, 2018, at 6:51 PM, Buddy Brannan via NAGDU <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:

>> Huh. I’ve never heard of that. I’ve had to remove my shoes every time.
>> Not a big deal of course. …

>>> On Jun 21, 2018, at 6:48 PM, Jordan Gallacher via NAGDU 
>>> <nagdu at nfbnet.org <mailto:nagdu at nfbnet.org>> wrote:

>>> To add to this, if you are disabled you do not have to remove your shoes.
>>> Jordan

>>> Sent from my iPhone

>>>> On Jun 21, 2018, at 2:13 PM, Melissa Allman via NAGDU <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:

>>>> Please see below and attached travel tips from TSA.

>>>> Dear TSA Coalition Member:


>>>> On behalf of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), I am 
>>>> writing to share some important tips to help you better prepare for 
>>>> security screening and to help TSA keep wait times to a minimum at our 
>>>> Nation's airport screening checkpoints for the 2018 summer travel 
>>>> season.  Here are a few things you can do:


>>>> *    Arrive early to get through security screening-two hours early for 
>>>> domestic and three hours early for international flights. Check with 
>>>> your airline and airport to determine wait times during peak periods. 
>>>> The MyTSA 
>>>> App<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTgwNTE2Ljg5ODE5NTYxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE4MDUxNi44OTgxOTU2MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MTQ0MjY5JmVtYWlsaWQ9bGl6enkuZ2FyeUB0c2EuZGhzLmdvdiZ1c2VyaWQ9bGl6enkuZ2FyeUB0c2EuZGhzLmdvdiZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&102&&&https://www.tsa.gov/mobile> 
>>>> (https://www.tsa.gov/mobile) is also a great resource to help figure 
>>>> out when you should get to the airport.

>>>> *     Consider checking your bag: more people and more bags may lead to 
>>>> longer wait times.
>>>> *     For your carry-on bag - make sure it's well organized. It takes 
>>>> time for TSA officers to make sure a cluttered or overstuffed bag is safe.
>>>> *     Examples of personal electronic items that would be scanned 
>>>> separately include laptops and electronics larger than a cell phone.  
>>>> This includes tablets, e-readers, and cameras. Additionally, TSA may 
>>>> provide instructions to remove items from your bag such as foods, 
>>>> powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct X-ray images.
>>>> *     Know the 3-1-1 rule: TSA's 3-1-1 is shorthand for the liquids 
>>>> rule. Basically, limit your liquids, gels, aerosols and pastes to no 
>>>> more than 3.4 ounces, or 100 milliliters, in 1 bag that's no bigger 
>>>> than 1 quart. Medically-necessary liquids may exceed this limit, but 
>>>> must be declared prior to commencement of screening. All liquids, 
>>>> including liquids declared as medically-necessary, must be screened.
>>>> *    If you must travel with it, know how to safely pack your gun in 
>>>> checked baggage-and NEVER bring it to the TSA checkpoint: Transporting 
>>>> Firearms<https://www.tsa.gov/travel/transporting-firearms-and-ammunition> 
>>>> (https://www.tsa.gov/travel/transporting-firearms-and-ammunition).
>>>> *    Get through the line faster with TSA 
>>>> Precheck<https://www.tsa.gov/precheck> (https://www.tsa.gov/precheck), 
>>>> which lets you leave your shoes, belt, and light jacket on while you go 
>>>> through security. You can also leave your laptop and your liquids in 
>>>> your bag. It costs $85 for five years.
>>>> *    TSA Cares is a helpline for travelers who want to prepare for the 
>>>> screening process prior to flying. TSA Cares is toll free at 
>>>> 1-855-787-2227 or Federal Relay 711. Travelers may also request the 
>>>> assistance of a Passenger Support 
>>>> Specialist<https://www.tsa.gov/travel/passenger-support> 
>>>> (https://www.tsa.gov/travel/passenger-support) for security screening 
>>>> at TSA Cares.

>>>> *    The TSA Disability Notification 
>>>> Card<https://www.tsa.gov/sites/default/files/disability_notification_card_508.pdf> 
>>>> (https://www.tsa.gov/sites/default/files/disability_notification_card_508.pdf) 
>>>> can be used to discreetly notify TSA Officers at security screening of 
>>>> a disability or medical condition and request an accommodation.

>>>> *    For general inquiries and questions, visit 
>>>> TSA.gov<https://www.tsa.gov/> (https://www.tsa.gov/)  or contact us 
>>>> through the TSA Contact Center (TCC)<http://www.tsa.gov/contact-us> 
>>>> (https://www.tsa.gov/contact#<https://www.tsa.gov/contact>) at 
>>>> TSA-ContactCenter at tsa.dhs.gov<mailto:TSA-ContactCenter at tsa.dhs.gov>, or 
>>>> by phone at 866-289-9673 or Federal Relay 711. For additional travel 
>>>> tips, read TSA's 5 Essential Summer Travel 
>>>> Tips<https://www.tsa.gov/blog/2018/05/16/tsas-5-essential-summer-travel-tips> 
>>>> (https://www.tsa.gov/blog/2018/05/16/tsas-5-essential-summer-travel-tips) 
>>>> and follow @AskTSA and @TSA on Twitter and Facebook.

>>>> TSA works hard every day to ensure that you and your loved ones arrive 
>>>> at your destinations safely. TSA remains committed to ensuring that all 
>>>> travelers are treated with respect, dignity and courtesy. Have a great summer!


>>>> Melissa R. Allman, Esq.
>>>> Senior Specialist, Advocacy and Government Relations The Seeing Eye,
>>>> Inc.
>>>> P.O. Box 375, Morristown, NJ 07963-0375 (mail)
>>>> 10 Washington Valley Road, Morristown, NJ 07960-3412 (deliveries)
>>>> 973-539-4425 ext. 1724,     Fax:  973-525-1081 
>>>> mallman at SeeingEye.org<mailto:mallman at SeeingEye.org>

>>>> <Summer Travel Tips 2018 - DB Coalition 06-21-18.docx>
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