Airport terminals and flights erupted in applause, while some passengers said the abrupt policy change put them at risk.
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Kip Hawley, Transportation Security Administrator, Dies at 68
He sought to overhaul a much-maligned federal agency by enhancing security procedures, bolstering morale and taking a common-sense approach to the job.
T.S.A. to Resume Self-Defense Classes for Flight Crews
The classes, which will resume in July, come as crew members struggle with a surge in cases of unruly passengers.
How Memorial Day Weekend Travel in U.S. May Be Different
Many more people are likely to leave town for the Memorial Day holiday this year, meaning travelers facing crowded airports and roads.
T.S.A. Extends Mask Mandate for Travel Into September
The mandate was set to expire on May 11.
U.S. Airports Saw More Travelers on Friday Than in a Year
The rise is a boon for the aviation industry, but goes against the guidance of federal health experts.
How the Pandemic Has Affected Passports, Global Entry, T.S.A. PreCheck and More
Travel is gradually returning, but not without disruptions. Here’s what to expect when applying for official travel documents and membership in security programs.
New York to Sue Trump Administration Over Global Entry Freeze
The lawsuit will challenge the federal government’s decision to bar New Yorkers from enrolling in programs that allow travelers to skip lines at airports.
Passenger Took Loaded Gun by Accident on Delta Flight to Tokyo, T.S.A. Says
The passenger carried the gun through a security checkpoint in Atlanta on Jan. 2, but T.S.A. officials said the government shutdown did not play a role in the security breach.