How to plan for a trip during busy season for TSA [Video]

ST. LOUIS (KTVI) – 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 marked the start of the busy travel season for spring break trips, and TSA says there is an expected 6% increase in travelers from that time through 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.” 

TSA PreCheck and Clear are traveler programs that allow for expedited security screening.

One way to think of planning a spring break trip is by thinking of yourself as a director producing your memories. Pre-produce your trip by making a checklist for simple things by using both the airport and TSA websites.

“Give yourself some extra time,” said Duane …