Do Airlines Randomly Assign TSA PreCheck or Is Approval Required?
Learn why airlines do not randomly assign TSA PreCheck and how to get approved for expedited airport screening.
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Airlines do not randomly assign TSA PreCheck. Passengers must apply for TSA PreCheck, undergo a background check, and get approved by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Once approved, frequent flyers will have a Known Traveler Number (KTN), which they can add to their airline reservations to receive expedited screening benefits.
FAQs & Answers
- Do airlines automatically give TSA PreCheck to passengers? No, airlines do not automatically assign TSA PreCheck. Passengers must apply, complete a background check, and be approved by the TSA to receive TSA PreCheck.
- What is a Known Traveler Number (KTN)? A Known Traveler Number (KTN) is issued to approved TSA PreCheck applicants and must be added to airline reservations to access expedited screening.
- How can I apply for TSA PreCheck? You can apply for TSA PreCheck online, undergo an in-person background check, and once approved, receive a KTN to use when booking flights.