Passenger

Passenger Security

The safety and security of our customers and crew is the top priority for ATA and its member airlines. ATA member airlines work with the Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration and Customs and Border Protection on programs to implement security requirements effectively and efficiently to maximize the security benefits and minimize passenger/shipper inconvenience. This section provides information on passenger security-related programs.

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TSA Heightened Security Measures
The Transportation Security Administration is currently requiring enhanced security measures for all flights departing from non-U.S. locations to the United States.

TSA Secure Flight Program
Passenger information related to the Transportation Security Administration Secure Flight Program.

ATA Congratulates John Pistole as Transportation Security Administration Administrator(06/25/2010)
ATA has issued a statement welcoming John Pistole as administrator for the Transportation Security Administration.

ATA Response to the Transportation Security Administration Acknowledgment of Overcharging Airlines on Fees Dating Back to 2005(06/24/2010)
ATA statement regarding acknowledgement by TSA of overcharging airlines on ASIF fees.

Traveling with Batteries & Electronics(04/12/2010)
Information to assist passengers in traveling with battery-powered devices.

Passenger Travel Tips(03/25/2010)
This resource page is available to assist passengers as they plan and prepare to depart for travel.

ATA Letter to Sen Lieberman on the Aviation Passenger Security Fee(02/25/2010)
ATA writes Senator Lieberman, Chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security, to express concern over his support of the administration’s proposal to increase the aviation passenger security fee. ATA believes homeland security is a national defense...

National Taxpayers Union Letter to Secretary Vilsack on APHIS Fee Increase(10/05/2009)
The NTU responds to Secretary Vilsack regarding the proposed APHIS fee increase on international travel. NTU states that the proposed increase is an unjustifiable burden on the traveling public in the current economy.

ATA Assures Passengers That New TSA Data Requirement Will Not Impede Travel(08/13/2009)
ATA reports that TSA has stated clearly that if a passenger's date of birth or gender information is not included at the time of reservation, the passenger will still be able to travel.

ATA Expects 43 Million Passengers To Travel Over Winter Holiday Period(12/11/2008)
ATA is forecasting a 9 percent year-over-year decrease in the number of passengers who will travel globally on U.S. airlines during the 21-day winter holiday travel season.

Air Transport Association Comments on Secure Flight Final Rule(10/22/2008)
ATA responds to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) issuance of the Secure Flight Final Rule.

ATA Comments on President Bush Signing into Law: FAA Reauthorization Extension and Continuing Resolution(10/01/2008)
ATA commented on President Bush signing into law two critical measures.

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