Originally Posted by
StartinSanDiego
I'm a newbie, too. Can you explain exactly how one gets priority security check in? I see the priority CS desk at the airline, I know to get in the priority line for boarding, but the security thing baffles me. I just see a bunch of barefoot people slamming their stuff into trays... no obvious shortcuts. Can you clue me in on how that works? Thanks!
I think you may be asking about PRE-Check. There are 2 ways (maybe more) to get into this. 1) You have elite status with AA or other legacy airlines and they invite you to OP IN (an easy decision) or 2)You apply thru DHS for Global Entry and go thru an interview. Either or both allows you to get into program where you are randomly granted access to the by-pass lane where you keep your shoes,belts etc on and you get to the AC early so you get 2 drinks rather than just 1.