TSA, security lines and members of Congress
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Extreme TSA lines at airports have left many passengers scrambling to rebook flights missed due to delays. But while airlines say they're helping flyers, they're not obligated to do so.
How much time you’ll spend in airport security lines is a major concern for air travelers now. A fast-expanding program that’s part of TSA PreCheck could get you to your gate in record time. Some passengers are getting through security checkpoint lines in the D.
Here are the wait times for PHL security checkpoints as of Monday morning: Terminal A-East: 3 mins standard security, 2 mins TSA PreCheck Terminal B: 13 mins standard security Terminal D/E: 20 mins standard security, 2 mins TSA PreCheck
Travel experts say passengers need to be prepared, and patient, amid the government shutdown. Until a deal is reached, officials say airport disruptions and delays could get even worse.
Flyers may have to contend with long lines in light of a partial DHS shutdown that one official said could close some airports.