BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – As the summer travel season heats up, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is offering tips for those who are planning to travel out of Birmingham-Shuttlesworth Airport (BHM) this summer.
TSA said they anticipated heavy travel out of BHM this summer and are advising travelers to arrive to the airport early.
“We have been anticipating the busy summer travel period and are planning our security operations to ensure we are prepared for the surge of travelers who will be coming to the airport,” said Tara Corse, TSA Federal Security Director for Alabama. “TSA works closely with our airport and airline partners to ensure we are fully prepared for this busy season. We ask passengers to be prepared for the security screening procedure and to allow for plenty of time for each step of the travel process, as there is no substitute for arriving early.”
TSA says to have an acceptable form of ID ready when entering security checkpoints and to make sure that you pack smart.
Officials offered the following tips for those who are preparing to travel:
For those who might have disabilities or medical conditions, TSA says you can contact TSA Cares at 855-787-2227 to request assistance while at the TSA checkpoint.
If you have uncertainty about a specific item that you might be packing or taking with you, TSA says you can use the MyTSA app “What Can I Bring” tool, text “Travel” to AskTSA (275872), or message @AskTSA on X or Facebook Messenger.
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