TSA Pre Check

[monoflo]

I get Pre most times -seems somewhat random. I am a Premier Flyer on United -( not that thats worth much)
Great at most sirports -- but at Ohare I have actually gotten thru the normal security faster on ocasion - but that is the PRI for you. (Peoples REpublic of Illinois)

[red-beard]

Originally Posted by red-beard

I'm eligible through Global Entry, but I haven't applied

Apparently, with Global Entry, I am already approved. All I had to do was update my Frequent Traveler profile with my airline with my "Known Traveler" number. Had to go to GOES to get my number. I also found out that I am now also a SENTRI member. I had to request a card for SENTRI ($25), but that is no big deal.

Next stop, TWIC card...

[cantdrv55]

Originally Posted by island911

yeah, I searched after reading this.

Another site said pretty much the same.

So what are you saying? It's wrong?

I don't like giving personal info but TSA Pre Check is a necessary evil for frequent travelers. I'm on a plane weekly and welcome any shortcuts through airport security. I sometimes get selected randomly for pre check. I want that treatment every time I travel.

[Jim Richards]

We didn't know about Global Entry before signing up for TSA Precheck. We wish we did. Precheck is pretty much like pre-9/11 security. It's a lot less hassle and faster through the airport. At least it was this AM.

[red-beard]

Global Entry allows you to bypass the regular Immigration and Customs lines when returning to the USA. You go to a kiosk that looks a lot like an ATM. Scan your passport and fingerprints, answer a few questions, then on to baggage claim. You go to the customs line that the airline passengers use.

FBI already has the same information I provided to DHS, so no big deal...

[Sox Fan]

I signed up about six months ago and have flown a handful of times since.

What a difference - I could not go back to the take off your shoes, take your laptop out, wait behind people who have never been to an airport stuff.

Fabulous!

[kiwiokie]

Originally Posted by red-beard

Apparently, with Global Entry, I am already approved. All I had to do was update my Frequent Traveler profile with my airline with my "Known Traveler" number. Had to go to GOES to get my number. I also found out that I am now also a SENTRI member. I had to request a card for SENTRI ($25), but that is no big deal.

Next stop, TWIC card...

I have been a Global Entry member for a couple of years now. Added my GE number to my frequent flyer accounts but still no TSA pre-check when I flew internationally last week. Don't know why the pre-check is not happening for me

[cstreit]

Originally Posted by kiwiokie

I have been a Global Entry member for a couple of years now. Added my GE number to my frequent flyer accounts but still no TSA pre-check when I flew internationally last week. Don't know why the pre-check is not happening for me

Make sure the name on your passport, frequent flyer, and GOES account all match EXACTLY. Middle initial on one and full middle on another? No Pre... The number in frequent flyer should be your known traveler ID. Not sure if that is the same as your GE number...

[srthstrying]

It's the best thing since sliced bread.

[island911]

Do any of you Pre-Checker have enough metal in your bodies (eg Evil Kenevil) that you will Always set off the metal detector? ...how's that work? Any advantages?

[jcommin]

Originally Posted by Neilk

I got it free as part of being an AA frequent flyer. With pre-check, the security show is rewound to pre 9/11 days. You don't have to take off shows, belt, or remove laptop and liquids out of your bag. If you travel a lot, it's a must have.

Me too - I agree it is great for the business traveler. However, it doesn't exist in Europe, specifically, Brussels.

At ORD, the international terminal has a differenct process. You go to a kiosk, swipe your passport, get your picture taken and get a print out reciept. That is used for the check in process. I never had to show my passport or got it stamped.

[jcommin]

Originally Posted by cstreit

Make sure the name on your passport, frequent flyer, and GOES account all match EXACTLY. Middle initial on one and full middle on another? No Pre... The number in frequent flyer should be your known traveler ID. Not sure if that is the same as your GE number...

I got caught in this. My passport has my middle initial only whereas my ticket had my full middle name. My passport expires this year and I will fix that.

[sammyg2]

I've got a TWIC card, (transportation workers identity card) that required full fingerprint and background check. Has a microchip built in for tracking. They know zackly where I am at all times, lessen I forget my wallet somewhere.
Cost $140 every 5 years IIRC.

In most places it allows me to bypass the normal security lines as if I was part of the flight crew. But not always.
Sometimes the TSA is too STOOPID to know its own rules.