TSA PreCheck® Event Taking Place at AAA Westminster This Week

BALTIMORE, MD (Monday, September 16, 2024) – As the busy summer travel season unwinds, the increase in air travel is expected to continue. In fact, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) reports that the top ten busiest travel days in the agency’s history have all occurred this year since May 2024. The agency reached a new milestone on July 7, when Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) screened more than 3 million people in a single day.

AAA and IDEMIA, a TSA PreCheck® authorized enrollment provider, are hosting several area TSA PreCheck® events in the coming weeks. For additional information, click here.
Travelers will be able to enroll at the following AAA Retail locations, where events will be held on the dates listed between 9 a.m. and noon and 1p.m. and 5 p.m.

AAA Westminster, 1030 Baltimore Boulevard, Suite 140, Westminster, MD 21157
Monday, September 16 - Thursday, September 19

AAA Abingdon, 3309 Emmorton Road, Abingdon, MD 21009
Monday, September 23 - Thursday, September 26

AAA Brandywine, 16301 Crain Hwy, Brandywine, MD 20613
Monday, September 30 - Thursday, October 3

Appointments are required and limited and can be scheduled here.

The enrollment process is quick, convenient and even faster when the application is completed online beforehand. The in-person enrollment requires that applicants provide proof of identity, proof of citizenship, fingerprints and a photo. IDEMIA offers TSA PreCheck® enrollment for $78 and if approved, travelers get a five-year membership with the program. The program is open to U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals and lawful permanent residents.
Following the in-person enrollment appointment, most applicants receive their Known Traveler Number (KTN) in about three to five days. The KTN number must be added to flight reservations to enjoy TSA PreCheck® benefits.

TSA PreCheck® was created in December 2011 as a way to provide low-risk travelers with a smoother experience through airport security. It’s a great option for travelers looking to save time. Enrolled members do not need to remove shoes, laptops, 3-1-1 liquids, belts, or light jackets. They also access TSA PreCheck® dedicated screening lanes at over 200 participating U.S. airports nationwide.

“With the busy, summer vacation season behind us and the holiday travel season right around the corner, this TSA PreCheck® enrollment opportunity couldn’t come at a better time for travelers,” said Ragina Ali, spokesperson for AAA Mid-Atlantic. “TSA PreCheck® enables identified low-risk air travelers to enjoy an expedited and efficient security screening experience.”

TSA PreCheck® is valid for 5 years. In addition, children ages 12 and younger may use the TSA PreCheck® lane when traveling with a parent or guardian who has the indicator on their boarding pass. Children 17 and under can join an adult with TSA PreCheck® when the TSA PreCheck® indicator appears on the child’s boarding pass. For TSA PreCheck® eligibility requirements and frequently asked questions about TSA PreCheck®.

AAA travel experts will also be on hand at the pop-up event to help book flights, hotels, cruises or other travel arrangements, provide travel planning resources, and offer a variety of luggage and other travel accessories to make trips more convenient and enjoyable.

About IDEMIA I&S North America:

IDEMIA I&S is a leader in identity security and authentication services to governments and private companies, operating in North America. Our mission is to help people access what matters most more quickly, more safely, and more securely, in both the physical and the digital worlds. Our best-in-class technology helps to authenticate and secure physical and digital transactions. IDEMIA is recognized by the National Institute of Standards (NIST) as a top-ranking participant in the Institute’s passenger facilitation simulation testing, reinforcing the trustworthiness and reliability of IDEMIA’s solutions for government and consumers alike.

About AAA:

AAA provides automotive, travel, and insurance services to more than 65 million members nationwide and nearly 90,000 members in Washington, D.C. AAA advocates for the safety and mobility of its members and has been committed to outstanding road service for more than 100 years. AAA is a non-stock, membership corporation working on behalf of motorists, who can map a route, access a COVID travel restriction map, find local gas prices and electric vehicle charging stations, discover discounts, book a hotel, and track their roadside assistance service with the AAA Mobile app (AAA.com/mobile) for iPhone, iPad and Android. For more information on joining or renewing a Membership, visit www.AAA.co.