U.S. to End ‘Shoes-Off’ Policy at Domestic Airports
by Bruce Parkinson
The U.S. is looking at easing restrictions on liquids in carry-on.
Passengers travelling through U.S. domestic airports can now keep their shoes on while passing through security screening at TSA checkpoints.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced the new policy that U.S. officials say will “increase hospitality for travellers and streamline the TSA security checkpoint process, leading to lower wait times.”
“Ending the ‘Shoes-Off’ policy is the latest effort DHS is implementing to modernize and enhance traveller experience across our nation’s airports,” said Noem.
“We expect this change will drastically decrease passenger wait times at our TSA checkpoints, leading to a more pleasant and efficient passenger experience. Thanks to our cutting-edge technological advancements and multi-layered security approach, we are confident we can implement this change while maintaining the highest security standards,” Noem added.
A press release describing the change called the initiative “just one of many the Trump administration is pursuing to usher in the President’s vision for a new Golden Age of American travel.”
In May, the TSA began the long-awaited implementation of REAL ID at airport checkpoints. The organization says it has seen a 94% compliance rate, which has led to a more efficient security process.
