The Definitive "Delta - TSA Pre-Check" thread
Apr 29, 2012, 1:45 pm
#211
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Atlanta & San Francisco
Programs: DL 2MM DM & My Wife is a DL 3MM DM
Posts: 2,784
Checking a bag doesn't seem to make any difference, and I would be very surprised if it did considering you can decide to check a bag after you print your BP.
Random is random, and could result in either way in anytime, of course depending on if there are variables that factor into their random.
Random is random, and could result in either way in anytime, of course depending on if there are variables that factor into their random.
The thing I would recommend is that 96 hours before each itinerary is set to start, go into your reservation and make sure the information is correct (including your GE number--if you have one) under the "Provide TSA Secure Fight Information" link (just below and to the right of where your seat assignments are shown). I say 96 hours (4 days) because you can't view it within 72 hours--it's already been sent to the TSA. We have found problems where, for some reason, it isn't absolutely correct on a specific reservation. Also, twice Delta's system has dumped my wife's TSA info from her profile, and it happened once to me. We added it back, and check regularly, but also check each reservation (as just stated), right before the info goes to the TSA. Not sure why the system has these hiccups, but that could affect one on any specific trip. And, of course, it could just be the random thing.
Last edited by atl runner; Apr 29, 2012 at 1:51 pm
Apr 29, 2012, 2:43 pm
#212
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: Indianapolis, IN USA
Posts: 2,066
Just experienced it at MSP for the first time (the weird thing is I haven't put anything into my profile for TSA Pre-Check - but went to the Sky Priority checkin and then headed to the TSA line which turned out to be TSA Pre-check (?)).
1. Already had laptop out - TSA layd says you don't need to take it out (start crying with joy);
2. TSA lady says keep shoes and jacket on (again more tears of joy).
1. Already had laptop out - TSA layd says you don't need to take it out (start crying with joy);
2. TSA lady says keep shoes and jacket on (again more tears of joy).
Apr 29, 2012, 3:34 pm
#213
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Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 23,051
It is the "Secure Flight Passenger Data" section of your profile. Are you sure you did not fill this in?
Apr 30, 2012, 9:48 am
#215
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: Indianapolis, IN USA
Posts: 2,066
Apr 30, 2012, 11:03 am
#216
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Los Angeles
Programs: AS MVP, PriorityPass, Global Entry
Posts: 748
If you were invited by Delta, you don't need to fill anything into those fields, you just needed to accept the invitation at some point.
Apr 30, 2012, 11:17 am
#217
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: ATL
Programs: Delta GM, Marriott Platinum, Hertz 5*
Posts: 2,530
I also completed the GE application, as I will (rarely) use the global benefits, but would likely never benefit from the other programs that participate in the pre-check program.
Also, as an ATL-based GM, I was NEVER selected for pre-check. I reached GM after the program was rolled out in ATL, so perhaps that is why. I have yet to hear of any ATL-based GMs being invited to participate though.
I suspect (but can't confirm) that ATL only invites PM/DM to participate, though other airports may include GM as well.
Apr 30, 2012, 11:21 am
#218
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Los Angeles
Programs: AS MVP, PriorityPass, Global Entry
Posts: 748
$100 would be Global Entry.
Apr 30, 2012, 11:47 am
#219
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Location: MSP
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Apr 30, 2012, 12:00 pm
#220
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: Washington, D.C.
Programs: UA Premier 1K: PlAAtinum; DL SM, MM; Marriott Gold; CO Plat Emeritus; NW Plat Emeritus
Posts: 4,776
Just had it for the first time at DCA -- ID agent said if you want you can go there. It was GREAT!
Not sure how it happened; I signed up with UA but not DL, which I rarely fly anymore. Someone put 2+2 together somehow?
Not sure how it happened; I signed up with UA but not DL, which I rarely fly anymore. Someone put 2+2 together somehow?
Apr 30, 2012, 12:04 pm
#221
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: ATL
Programs: Delta GM, Marriott Platinum, Hertz 5*
Posts: 2,530
Thanks for correcting me... I only glanced through the info and quickly realized that GE was the only program that could offer me meaningful benefits beyond TSA pre-check access.
Apr 30, 2012, 1:28 pm
#222
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: Indianapolis, IN USA
Posts: 2,066
Apr 30, 2012, 1:33 pm
#223
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Location: MSP
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Intentionally, nothing observable. (There might be something indicating Pre membership, but it's still up to the computer whether to let you in Pre this time.)
Apr 30, 2012, 2:49 pm
#224
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Join Date: May 2010
Posts: 2,621
Pre-Check
Went through security in SLA this afternoon, they had a Delta TSA Pre-Check line....so of course not know what it was I got in that line...no one in front of me. The TSO checked me in but said I technically was not signed up for Delta Pre-Check and that's can do it on the Delta web site.....can anyone tell me what this is.
Thanks
Thanks
May 1, 2012, 8:09 am
#225
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: Dallas, TX
Programs: DL PM MM, AA Platinum Pro, Marriott Lifetime Titanium, Hilton Gold
Posts: 1,097
I loved TSA precheck, but my last three flights I was "randomly" selected to not use the lane. I not so sure it's random. I emailed TSA to see if something might have happened. It sucks at SLC when you're not selected because the elite line takes longer than the regular line the way TSA has it set up now, and they funnel you in with the masses who are slow getting through the lines. I want my precheck back!!!