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TSA @tsa.gov · 23d
Today we recognize Gold Star Mothers and Families for their sacrifice, strength, and love.

In support we offer FREE TSA PreCheck enrollment & renewal.

Learn more here: www.tsa.gov/precheck/mil...
Folded flag being handed off to another person.
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TSA @tsa.gov · 25d
Not a doctor but the sharp pain in your foot might go away if you try not hiding a knife in your shoe as you walk through security???
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TSA @tsa.gov · 26d
Whoever left this behind...

Next time, please do a "wallet, keys, phone, quesadilla" check before leaving security. Thank you.
Quesadilla in TSA bin
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TSA @tsa.gov · 28d
Passengers now that shoes can stay on:
pants that are also shoes that tie all the way up to the waistband
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TSA @tsa.gov · Sep 19
*opens email*

“Rocket launcher discovered by TSA in a checked bag”

Omg please make it stop we are literally begging…
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TSA @tsa.gov · Sep 17
“Silence is golden” does not apply at the airport omg plz if you see something say something
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TSA @tsa.gov · Sep 16
“I didn’t know it was in there”

Oh, ok so the knife just wrapped itself in tinfoil then…
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TSA @tsa.gov · Sep 15
We are once again asking people to stop bringing propane to the airport…
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TSA @tsa.gov · Sep 12
9/11/2001 8:30 P.M.

U.S. President Addresses the Nation from the White House-
“This is a day when all Americans from every walk of life unite for our resolve for justice and peace… None of us will ever forget this day. Yet, we go forward to defend freedom and all that is good and just in our world.” -President George W. Bush
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TSA @tsa.gov · Sep 11

9/11/2001 5:20 P.M. New York

After burning for hours from the fires and damage of the nearby Twin Towers, 7 World Trade Center also collapses.
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TSA @tsa.gov · Sep 11
9/11/2001 10:28 A.M. New York

The North Tower of the World Trade Center collapses.
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TSA @tsa.gov · Sep 11
9/11/2001 10:15 A.M. Virginia

The damaged section of the west-facing outer ring known as the Pentagon E Ring collapses.
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TSA @tsa.gov · Sep 11
9/11/2001 10:03 A.M. Pennsylvania

United Airlines Flight 93 crashes into a field near the town of Shanksville, PA.
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TSA @tsa.gov · Sep 11
9/11/2001 9:59 A.M. New York

The South Tower of the World Trade Center collapses.
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TSA @tsa.gov · Sep 11
9/11/2001 9:42 A.M.

The Federal Aviation Administration grounds all flights and orders all civilian planes in U.S. airspace to land.
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TSA @tsa.gov · Sep 11
9/11/2001 9:37 A.M. Virginia

American Airlines Flight 77 crashes into the Pentagon.
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TSA @tsa.gov · Sep 11
9/11/2001 9:03 A.M. New York

United Airlines Flight 175 crashes into the South Tower of the World Trade Center.
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TSA @tsa.gov · Sep 11
9/11/2001 8:46 A.M. New York

American Airlines Flight 11 crashes into the North Tower of the World Trade Center.
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TSA @tsa.gov · Sep 11
Where were you on September 11th, 2001?

Today, we’re sharing the timeline of these tragic events as they happened 24 years ago as a reminder, because as a nation we promised to #NeverForget.

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TSA @tsa.gov · Sep 6
Remember last month when we asked you not to show up to Newark airport with a bag full of fake IDs? Obviously not because here we are again…
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TSA @tsa.gov · Sep 5
Idk who started the rumor electric toothbrushes are prohibited but omg plz pack your toothbrush
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TSA @tsa.gov · Aug 26
BARKING NEWS: We take our National Dog Day duty very seriously so please *insert dramatic drumroll here* put your paws together for the WINNER of TSA's Cutest Canine Contest 2025 STEELER!!!!!
Black lab canine laying upside down with a funny face
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TSA @tsa.gov · Aug 25
NEWS ALERT: TSA projects 17.4M individuals will travel this Labor Day holiday weekend from Thurs (8/28) through Wed (9/3). The highest volume day will be Friday with nearly 3M travelers expected to take to the skies.

Have questions? Text "Travel" to AskTSA (275-872).
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TSA @tsa.gov · Aug 22
Quick clarification for the person in New York who brought “pill bottles filled with tequila” shoved down their pants…

That is both the incorrect way to travel with pill bottles and tequila. Hope this helps.
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TSA @tsa.gov · Aug 19
These sniffer pups work hard year round but they’re getting a little extra attention this week!

Don’t forget to vote for TSA’s cutest canine contest on TSA’s Facebook and Instagram stories. You can also vote on our poll on X.
Top 4 contestants for TSA’s cutest canine contest ERIKA FLL AIRPORT ALEX DEN AIRPORT CHICA IND AIRPORT STEELER PIT AIRPORT
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