ST. LOUIS – In 2023, a record number of travelers were screened by the Transportation Safety Administration, and that number is only expected to rise this year. March 7 marks the start of the busy travel season for spring break trips.
TSA says there is an expected 6% increase in travelers between March 7 and March 25 compared to last year.
“I think some TSA pre-check and Clear is definitely really helpful,” Michael Neumann, traveling back from Mexico, said. “Show up an hour before your flight and you’re good to go.”
One way to think of planning a spring break trip is like being a movie director and producing your memories. Pre-produce your trip by making a checklist for simple things by checking both the airport and TSA websites.
“Give yourself some extra time,” Duane Huelsmann, assistant federal security director screening TSA, said. “Make sure you pack properly, make sure you’re ready with your liquids and gels, make sure that they fit in a quart-size bag. Make sure they do not exceed 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters, per container. Those are things that move through screening quickly.”
It’s the legwork that will give you a leg up on your spring break trip.
Visiting TSA.gov can answer most questions to help travelers have a smooth journey during a busy season.
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