[NFBNJ] 2018 Summer Travel Tips

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2018 Summer Travel Tips
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 
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MyTSA App ( <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: 
<https://www.tsa.gov/travel/transporting-firearms-and-ammunition> 
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  <https://www.tsa.gov/precheck> 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 
<https://www.tsa.gov/travel/passenger-support> Passenger Support Specialist 
( <https://www.tsa.gov/travel/passenger-support> 
https://www.tsa.gov/travel/passenger-support) for security screening at TSA 
Cares.

*      The 
<https://www.tsa.gov/sites/default/files/disability_notification_card_508.pdf> 
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  <https://www.tsa.gov/> 
TSA.gov ( <https://www.tsa.gov/> https://www.tsa.gov/)  or contact us 
through the  <http://www.tsa.gov/contact-us> TSA Contact Center (TCC) ( 
<https://www.tsa.gov/contact> https://www.tsa.gov/contact#) at 
<mailto:TSA-ContactCenter at tsa.dhs.gov> TSA-ContactCenter at tsa.dhs.gov, or by 
phone at 866-289-9673 or Federal Relay 711. For additional travel tips, read 
TSA’s 
<https://www.tsa.gov/blog/2018/05/16/tsas-5-essential-summer-travel-tips> 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!



Sincerely,








Christine Griggs

Acting Assistant Administrator

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