Originally Posted by
Often1
As a general matter, premium security lines are largely useless. Unless you have Pre-Check, you will be run through the standard process, e.g. shoes off, laptop and 3-1-1 bag out, jacket off and run through machine.
I don't agree with this at all. I've used the Premium Traveler lane numerous times when the PreCheck line was too long. If you have PreCheck, they'll give you PreCheck Lite meaning you can keep your shoes on. This especially works well at airports with a lot of business travelers such as ORD.