Source: The Points Guy
Summary
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is launching a new program, TSA Gold Plus, which allows airports to opt in to using private, third-party companies to manage security checkpoints instead of TSA officers employed by the federal government. The program aims to modernize and speed up airport security, and reduce the risk of long backups during government shutdowns. Three airports, Tampa International Airport, Charleston International Airport, and Des Moines International Airport, will be the first to participate in the program. Supporters argue that the move will improve security and efficiency, while critics raise concerns about security risks and the potential for private companies to cut costs and corners to boost profits.
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TSA Gold Plus promises a more efficient and modern security experience, with private companies managing security checkpoints and technology. Travelers may not notice a difference in the security experience, but the program aims to reduce the risk of long backups during government shutdowns. The TSA will still maintain strict oversight and certify all technology used by screening partners. However, critics argue that relying on private security contractors ignores lessons learned from past airline tragedies and could lead to security risks.
And now, security is outsourced to the lowest bidder.
Author: Evan Null
