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Congress Loses VIP Perks Through Major Airline As Shutdown Fuels Airport Chaos Congress Loses VIP Perks Through Major Airline As Shutdown Fuels Airport Chaos
Congress Loses VIP Perks Through Major Airline As Shutdown Fuels Airport Chaos Delta Air Lines said it is suspending special travel services for members of Congress as airports nationwide are gripped by hourslong lines amid the ongoing partial government shutdown. The carrier confirmed the suspension of the perks on Tuesday, March 24. Lawmakers won't receive airport escorts, seat upgrades, and priority rebooking during the pause, although a dedicated reservation phone line will remain available. The move comes as flyers face growing delays at security checkpoints, with more Transportation Security Administration agents quitting or calling out sick. TSA …

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by Chris Spiker
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TSA Shakes Up Airport Security Rules: What Travelers Need To Know TSA Shakes Up Airport Security Rules: What Travelers Need To Know
TSA Shakes Up Airport Security Rules: What Travelers Need To Know Flying soon? You’ll want to brush up on new TSA rules that change what you can — and can’t — bring onboard. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has updated its security guidelines, easing some long-standing carry-on restrictions while tightening rules for checked luggage. At select airports — including JFK (NYC), Atlanta (ATL), and Los Angeles (LAX) — new CT scanners now allow passengers to keep more items in their bags during screening. The upgraded imaging tech lets travelers flying out of these airports bring full-size liquids and previously banned carry-on items, including…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Stowaway Found On Delta Flight For Second Time In Month Stowaway Found On Delta Flight For Second Time In Month
Stowaway Found On Delta Flight For Second Time In Month For the second time in a month a stowaway was caught on a Delta Air Lines flight, sparking concerns. The flight, from Seattle to Honolulu, was preparing for takeoff when crew members discovered the unticketed passenger onboard, leading to the plane returning to the gate on Christmas Eve on Tuesday, Dec. 24. Delta Airlines said that safety protocols were followed, resulting in the passenger’s removal and subsequent detention by law enforcement. The identity of the person has not been released. “As there are no matters more important than safety and security, Delta people followed…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Loaded Gun In Carry-On Bag At LaGuardia Will Mean 'Stiff' Fine For Halesite Man, TSA Says Loaded Gun In Carry-On Bag At LaGuardia Will Mean 'Stiff' Fine For Halesite Man, TSA Says
Loaded Gun In Carry-On Bag At LaGuardia Will Mean 'Stiff' Fine For Halesite Man, TSA Says A major airport no-no could cost a Long Island traveler thousands of dollars. The Suffolk County man, of Halesite, was found with a loaded gun in his carry-on bag during a security screening at LaGuardia Airport on Thursday, Sept. 5, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) said. When the bag was identified by TSA as possibly containing a firearm, it was automatically diverted to a different conveyor belt for closer inspection. That’s when agents found the 9mm handgun loaded with nine bullets, including one in the chamber. Police allowed the man to return the gun to his vehicle. He…

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by Michael Mashburn