12 Handy Airport Hacks That Will Make Going Through TSA A Breeze
By Sanjay Surana
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Clothing
Big dresses, long skirts, and cargo pants are the kinds of clothes you can easily hide things in, so passengers wearing them are more likely to be searched or patted down.
Sparkly clothing, which might contain metallic elements, can also sometimes trigger the scanning machine, resulting in you undergoing a separate frisk.
Metal
While not all jewelry needs to be removed at security, you will be asked to remove large jewelry and place it in a bin, especially if you wear a lot. It's best to avoid it.
Liquids
While fliers can transport liquids in their carry-on, each container can carry no more than 3.4 fluid ounces, and all the containers must fit into a transparent quart bag.
Bringing liquids, creams, or gels in excess of 3.4 fluid ounces will slow you down, and you'll probably have to dispose of them. You should also keep powders to 12 ounces or less.
PreCheck
This amenity can drastically slash your screening time at an airport. Enrolling in TSA PreCheck requires completing an application online, followed by an interview.
Once you are enrolled in TSA PreCheck, you are able to go to a dedicated line, and you don't have to remove electronics or take off your shoes during screening.
MyTSA
What is allowed onboard is constantly being amended, so the MyTSA app is updated with the latest guidelines. It also features info about your flight and airport conditions.