TSA’s new ‘straight to gate’ pilot lets Delta and JetBlue flyers clear security 25 miles before they reach the airport
The TSA is launching a pilot program allowing Delta and JetBlue passengers to clear security at a remote location before arriving at Logan Airport. Starting June 1, travelers can undergo security checks in Framingham, MA, about 25 miles from the airport. This initiative aims to reduce congestion at the airport and could potentially expand to other locations in the future.
- ▪The TSA's 'straight to gate' pilot program will begin on June 1 for select Delta and JetBlue passengers.
- ▪Travelers can clear security at a remote location in Framingham, MA, before taking a shuttle to Logan Airport.
- ▪The program is designed to alleviate congestion inside the terminal and at drop-off points.
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What if you could skip the security lines at the airport by getting a pat-down and bag check at a remote location? That’s what some travelers flying out of Logan Airport in Boston will be able to do starting on June 1 as the TSA attempts to relieve congestion inside the terminal and at drop-off points.Recommended Video The initiative could expand—eight airports have been approved for TSA’s “straight to gate” pilot program. But for now, it’s just being tested at a location in Framingham, MA, that’s ~25 miles from Logan and less than a mile from three Dunkin’ spots. And initially, it will only be for Delta or JetBlue passengers departing Logan between 5:30am and 4pm. Here’s how it will work: Once you check in and clear security, a $9 shuttle will take you to the airport.
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