Dec 26, 2012, 9:58 pm
Last edit by: JDiver
TSA Pre-Check / PreCheck Known Traveler program for AA FFs (consolidated)
You are eligible to be selected (on a flight-by-flight basis) for TSA PreCheck expedited screening if:
- You are a frequent American Airlines flyer that have been invited by American Airlines to participate and followed the instructions on the email to accept, or/and
- You participate in a "Trusted Traveler" program (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI and/or TSA PreCheck application program) and have entered your "Known Traveler ID" in the reservation
- If you're using your AAdvantage number, you can enter the "Known Traveler ID" in the Personal Information and Password tab of My Account) so it will auto-populate in all new reservations bearing the AAdvantage number made anywhere
- If your reservation doesn't have your AAdvantage number, you can retrieve it and add the "Known Traveler ID" to it. The method is not very intuitive: on AA.com click on my trips, then on view all, then on find my reservation and enter either the record locator (if you know it), or the flight information using the AA operating flight number (not any eventual codeshare number from another airline).
- Your Secure Flight Information (name, sex, DOB) in the reservation must match the one with the program (except for "middle" or other names, which are ignored) (name on ticket does not matter)
- You will find your "Known Traveler ID" on the GOES website or on your program's card, under the name "PASSID". It is either 9 digits or the letters TT plus 7 digits
NOTE: 20 May 2016: "Today’s announcement makes a total of 16 carriers that participate in TSA Pre✓®: Aeromexico, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant, American Airlines, Cape Air, Delta Air Lines, Etihad Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Seaborne Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United Airlines, Virgin America and WestJet.
Passengers who are eligible for TSA Pre✓® include: members of the TSA Pre✓® application program, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Trusted Traveler program, Global Entry, and Canadian citizens who are members of CBP’s NEXUS program. TSA Pre✓® is also available for U.S. Armed Forces service members, including those serving in the U.S. Coast Guard, Reserves and National Guard."
Link
How it works
In the Pre-Check lane, you no longer need to remove the following items:
- Shoes (some, such as steel-toed shoes, may require removal)
- 3-1-1 compliant bag from your carry-on (all liquid restrictions still apply)
- Laptop from your bag (if electronics are stacked on top of each other, they require removal)
- Light outerwear or jacket
- Belt (large belt buckles may require removal)
- Pre-Check Lanes are WTMD only-- No NoS in use
LOCATIONS
Link to FlyerGuide Wiki listing of American Airlines (only) PreCheck checkpoints.
Link to FT thread AA Airport / Concourse TSA PreCheck - Hours [only] (may not be current)
See also post 1 of this thread. (It contains much additional info in the Moderator's Note.)
NOTE: PreCheck is changing to a Trusted Traveler (GE/NEXUS/SENTRI) -like program, where anyone will be able apply and pay USD $85 (online or at a PreCheck enrollment center), be vetted for approval, present proof of identification and be fingerprinted at a PreCheck enrollment center (IAD and IND, opening Fall 2013, will be thie first), and be granted PreCheck status for five years from that time. It will not be airline - or airline status - tied.
"Current PreCheck participants, including those eligible via a CBP Trusted Traveler Program such as Global Entry, will continue to receive PreCheck eligibility. Participants who opted-in through their airline frequent flyer program may want to consider applying for PreCheck, as they are more likely to be selected for PreCheck expedited screening more often if they are vetted via the PreCheck application process." Link.
Trusted Traveler (Global Entry, Nexus, Sentri) and Having Problems with PreCheck?
If you belong to one of the Trusted Traveler Programs listed above, you may run into issues getting PreCheck clearance if your Secure Flight Data is not an exact match to the data that you entered into your application on the GOES (Global Online Enrollment System) website when you applied for your TT membership.
For example, if your airline account has Bob Jones, but your GOES account has Bob James Jones, then the TSA may not be associating your information properly when it "decides" who can and can not have access. Additionally, if your PASS ID # (listed above in the screen-shots) is not an exact match, there will be a mismatch when TSA processes your information, and you will not receive PreCheck.
To ensure you receive PreCheck on all flights (domestic & internatioal), be sure to ensure the information in your AA profile is accurate. The name on the ticket does not matter- the "Secure Flight Data" is what is used to determine PreCheck status.
Signed in members with 90 days / 90 posts can edit this Wikipost; wiki contents may be printed by using the
(lower right wiki corner)TSA Pre✓® / PreCheck / Pre Check Issues, Changes, etc.
Known issues:
- Not every airport or terminal offers the TSA Pre✓® program
- TSA Pre✓® may have limited or irregular hours or closed at times without notice
- TSA Pre✓® members are still be subject to random selection for intensified screening
- TSA Pre✓® program has changed from an airline elite invitation program to a fee-based program with certain screening requirements
- If one's TSA Pre✓® status is from the pilot invitation program and one doesn't have a Known Traveler Number ("KTN"), TSA Pre✓® status may not carry on to another airline and one may experience increasing denials (not having the TSA Pre✓® printed on boarding pass and being sent to the regular TSA screening queues
Link to TSA Application Program and TSA Pre✓® program information, links
Changes to TSA Pre✓®
TSA Pre✓® was originally offered by certain airlines to their elite status members. These TSA Pre✓® members do not have a Known Traveler Number from a USDHS trusted traveler program (GOES / Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI or the new $85 fee based TSA Pre✓® Application Program offered to the flying public with 5 year renewal), making TSA Pre✓® status portability challenging. See the DHS Trusted Traveler programs listing and comparison chart here. Please read the following:
From American Airlines, April 2015:
This month, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is making changes to the TSA Pre✓® Trusted Traveler Program that will impact which travelers receive expedited screening. If you're not already a member of one of the Trusted Traveler programs like Global Entry or the TSA Pre✓® Application Program, you will probably see a decline in how often you receive expedited screening, even if you've previously "opted-in" through a frequent flyer program.
The best way to increase your chances of receiving TSA Pre✓® on a regular basis is to register for a Trusted Traveler Program with the Department of Homeland Security at dhs.gov/tt. Once you receive your Known Traveler Number (KTN) from TSA, be sure you update your AAdvantage profile.
To add your KTN to your AAdvantage profile:For more information on TSA Pre✓®, visit tsa.gov/tsa-precheck.
This month, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is making changes to the TSA Pre✓® Trusted Traveler Program that will impact which travelers receive expedited screening. If you're not already a member of one of the Trusted Traveler programs like Global Entry or the TSA Pre✓® Application Program, you will probably see a decline in how often you receive expedited screening, even if you've previously "opted-in" through a frequent flyer program.
The best way to increase your chances of receiving TSA Pre✓® on a regular basis is to register for a Trusted Traveler Program with the Department of Homeland Security at dhs.gov/tt. Once you receive your Known Traveler Number (KTN) from TSA, be sure you update your AAdvantage profile.
To add your KTN to your AAdvantage profile:
- Login to your account on aa.com and select My Account from the AAdvantage menu
- Within My Account, go to the Information and Password tab
- Add your Customs and Border Protection 9-digit PASS ID to your secure traveler information
[Archived] TSA Pre-Check / PreCheck Known Traveler program for AA FFs
Mar 23, 2012, 2:33 pm
#1546
Join Date: Feb 2003
Programs: back to AA PLT, 1.6+MM
Posts: 771
Well no go for me in DFW today after landing from LHR. I even reprinted the BP for my onward flight at the Check-in at DFW to try to increase my chances.
The guy in the PA line right behind me got in. His BP was printed in the same ticket counter card stock as mine. Apparently some folks have had success on international itns, but not me this time.
The guy in the PA line right behind me got in. His BP was printed in the same ticket counter card stock as mine. Apparently some folks have had success on international itns, but not me this time.
Mar 23, 2012, 4:40 pm
#1547
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: STL
Programs: MR LT Titanium, UA 1K, DL Gold, AA EXP
Posts: 886
4/4 at LAX now. I love skipping the PA line - though as others have said, I've received my share of scowls or unhappy glances.
Mar 23, 2012, 7:44 pm
#1548
Join Date: Jun 2011
Posts: 3,528
Interesting, I was about to ask about the lime at LAX. When it first opened, I got to use it every team, but the past few times, the line has been roped off and empty, and you can hear the remarks of the people who were already registered for pre-check.
Mar 24, 2012, 8:27 am
#1549
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: DFW
Programs: AA (EXP), HH (Diamond), SPG (Platinum), HGP (Diamond), National Car (Exec Elite)
Posts: 153
On the AA website:
The TSA will continue to expand the trial program to additional travelers and airport locations including:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport in Terminal A, checkpoint A35 and Terminal D, checkpoint D30
The TSA will continue to expand the trial program to additional travelers and airport locations including:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport in Terminal A, checkpoint A35 and Terminal D, checkpoint D30
Mar 24, 2012, 10:31 am
#1550
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: STL
Programs: AA 2MM, AS MVP Gold, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 12,966
Mrs. gemac and I are 6/6 at LAX.
Mar 24, 2012, 12:59 pm
#1551
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: MIA
Programs: AA EXP 1MM+, A3 GLD
Posts: 214
Is there any comments (official or otherwise) on when can we expect Pre-check to apply to international destinations as well? I would venture saying that out of MIA, AA probably has more int'l flights than domestic, it really sucks if most of your flying is overseas.
Mar 24, 2012, 2:25 pm
#1552
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: DFW
Programs: AA EP 3MM, UA Silver, Bonvoy LT TIT, Hyatt Explorist, HH Silver, Caesars PLT
Posts: 7,259
Mar 24, 2012, 2:28 pm
#1553
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: DFW
Programs: AA EP 3MM, UA Silver, Bonvoy LT TIT, Hyatt Explorist, HH Silver, Caesars PLT
Posts: 7,259
I forget (even though I must've done it a bunch of times): When you come off of an international flight at DFW and have to go through immigration and customs and thus have to go through security again for any connecting flight, is there are particular security / terminal you tend to use then or does it vary depending on where your international flight came in?
Mar 24, 2012, 4:46 pm
#1554
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: LAX
Programs: AA EXP>2m, Alaska MVP, Virgin Gold, Delta Gold, Starwood Gold, Cathay Pacific Silver
Posts: 599
I used the precheck lines at both LAX and MIA last week and it was wonderful. I was so preoccupied both times that I headed to the regular lines but was directed to separate lines with no people in them. Did not have to take off my shoes or take anything out of my carry-on.
I'm plat on AA. What I'm unclear about is whether I get the same privilege when I travel on a different airline or is this AA specific?
I'm plat on AA. What I'm unclear about is whether I get the same privilege when I travel on a different airline or is this AA specific?
Mar 24, 2012, 5:39 pm
#1555
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Los Angeles
Programs: AS MVP, PriorityPass, Global Entry
Posts: 748
The PreCheck from your airlines is currently specific to that airline, as there is no known way to transfer it elsewhere. PreCheck through Global Entry, SENTRI, or NEXUS is available on any airline that has PreCheck.
Mar 24, 2012, 9:08 pm
#1556
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 10,949
How does this work if traveling with a minor child (under 12) who is not the program?
Mar 24, 2012, 9:31 pm
#1557
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: WAS
Programs: AMEX Platinum, Global Entry, Priority Pass, SPG Gold, HHonors Gold
Posts: 1,594
I would assume it is the same as though you are traveling with an adult nonmember. The only difference is that you would always choose to join the non-eligible party in the regular line, since that party is, in this case, a child.
Mar 25, 2012, 11:42 am
#1558
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Programs: AA EXP 2MM, Bonvoy Titanium Elite, HH Gold
Posts: 91
Just used the trusted traveler line at ORD...what a difference...straight through in less than a minute.
Mar 25, 2012, 11:52 am
#1559
Join Date: Oct 2006
Programs: AA EXP
Posts: 1,635
Used the precheck at MIA last Thursday and noticed a new entrance that puts you in a special line (less waiting). The unusual thing is that your BP and ID now get checked by two different TSA agents. The precheck thing is a big^:-::-::-:^
Mar 25, 2012, 2:38 pm
#1560
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: SFO
Programs: AAdvantage Plat, PreCheck
Posts: 137
I too went through the Pre-Check line at ORD this morning. There was no one else going through and it was a breeze. Those in the priority access line, though, had a problem since dedication of one of only two lanes to pre check meant that there line was longer than it otherwise would be. So they should sign up for Global Entry!