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: "Todays 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 CBPs 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
Oct 27, 2013, 10:41 am
#5161
Join Date: Oct 2012
Programs: AA EXP, Star Gold, Kimpton Inner Circle
Posts: 26
What am I missing?
When I was chairman on US I opted in for precheck. I got to use it one time before I was transferred to NYC and was able to get a status match to EXP on AA.
I have tried to opt in for pre-check with AA with no luck despite everyone saying I am elgible. Does anyone know how I can fix this? It makes zero sense how I can get pre check when I fly on my US ff # but not AA.
I am sorry if this question is buried somewhere on this site.
Best
I have tried to opt in for pre-check with AA with no luck despite everyone saying I am elgible. Does anyone know how I can fix this? It makes zero sense how I can get pre check when I fly on my US ff # but not AA.
I am sorry if this question is buried somewhere on this site.
Best
Oct 27, 2013, 11:38 am
#5162
Join Date: Jul 1999
Location: Sacramento, CA
Programs: AA Exec Plat, Hyatt,Marriott,BA,AS
Posts: 4,435
When I was chairman on US I opted in for precheck. I got to use it one time before I was transferred to NYC and was able to get a status match to EXP on AA.
I have tried to opt in for pre-check with AA with no luck despite everyone saying I am elgible. Does anyone know how I can fix this? It makes zero sense how I can get pre check when I fly on my US ff # but not AA.
I am sorry if this question is buried somewhere on this site.
Best
I have tried to opt in for pre-check with AA with no luck despite everyone saying I am elgible. Does anyone know how I can fix this? It makes zero sense how I can get pre check when I fly on my US ff # but not AA.
I am sorry if this question is buried somewhere on this site.
Best
Oct 27, 2013, 12:24 pm
#5163
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: South Park, Metropolis
Programs: AA LT PLT 3MM, Hilton/Marriott/SPG/Club Carlson GLD, IHG PLT
Posts: 4,615
TSA Pre-Check / PreCheck Known Traveler program for AA elite / FFs (consolidated)
I can confirm that they have opened TSA PRECHECK on AA terminal D in SJU, it's the leftmost lane while going through security. Finally, this is my second most visited airport.
Last edited by arollins; Oct 27, 2013 at 12:30 pm
Oct 27, 2013, 12:27 pm
#5164
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: DFW
Programs: AA EP 3MM, UA Silver, Bonvoy LT TIT, Hyatt Explorist, HH Silver, Caesars PLT
Posts: 7,259
The palm swab seems to be done when the metal detector random beeps. I've experienced this many times at DFW, ORD, and SFO. I also find that I'm often done with the swabbing at the same time or before my bags make it out of the X-ray machine.
Oct 27, 2013, 12:30 pm
#5165
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: DFW
Programs: AA EP 3MM, UA Silver, Bonvoy LT TIT, Hyatt Explorist, HH Silver, Caesars PLT
Posts: 7,259
Oct 27, 2013, 12:35 pm
#5166
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: South Park, Metropolis
Programs: AA LT PLT 3MM, Hilton/Marriott/SPG/Club Carlson GLD, IHG PLT
Posts: 4,615
Oct 27, 2013, 1:08 pm
#5167
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: DFW
Programs: AA EP 3MM, UA Silver, Bonvoy LT TIT, Hyatt Explorist, HH Silver, Caesars PLT
Posts: 7,259
Oct 27, 2013, 5:23 pm
#5168
Join Date: Oct 2012
Programs: AA EXP, Star Gold, Kimpton Inner Circle
Posts: 26
Known traveller number
I went to my US DM website and there is no known traveller number. It just says "subscribed". I called, and as usual, no one has any idea what I am talking about. Does anyone have any advice?
Maybe after the merger it will work!
Maybe after the merger it will work!
Oct 27, 2013, 5:36 pm
#5169
Join Date: Jul 1999
Location: Sacramento, CA
Programs: AA Exec Plat, Hyatt,Marriott,BA,AS
Posts: 4,435
I guess I didn't understand your question. I thought you were having problems with Pre-Check when flying on AA, not US. If your problems are on AA, follow the instructions I gave you above. If they are on US, then maybe post your question over on that forum.
Oct 27, 2013, 6:09 pm
#5170
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: Oakland
Programs: AA Explat, UA former 1K + PremExec, DL
Posts: 1,151
If you are not part of GE or NEXUS then you will not have a trusted traveller number. It sounds like you opted in based on status in which case to do so on American you may need to call in.
Oct 27, 2013, 7:40 pm
#5171
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Chicago O'Hare
Programs: AA EXP, LT PLT 2.6MM, HHonors Lifetime Diamond, Hertz Presidents Circle
Posts: 678
No issues at ORD Checkpoint 8 this morning. Ticket-counter-issued BP did NOT show any indication of Pre-Check but it doesn't matter. Line dragon asks if we are pre-check, we reply in the affirmative and she lets us right through. Two pax cleared: we've cleared every time since February. All is well.
Oct 27, 2013, 7:50 pm
#5172
Join Date: Jul 1999
Location: Sacramento, CA
Programs: AA Exec Plat, Hyatt,Marriott,BA,AS
Posts: 4,435
JFKBound -- do you in fact have a Trusted Traveler number? Did you apply for one and pay the fee? Did you go for an interview? You need to give us more information as to what makes you believe you have access to Pre-Check.
Oct 27, 2013, 8:10 pm
#5173
Join Date: Jun 2012
Posts: 2,342
JFKbound what do you mean by "you tried to opt in"? You can do this on the AA website (no need to call). Go to "My Account", "Personal Information and Password", then under "Secure Flight Info" you should see a field called "TSA Expedited Screening Program". Click to "edit" this field and check the box to opt in and submit. You should then see a green check mark and "Known Passenger" next to that field.
When I was chairman on US I opted in for precheck. I got to use it one time before I was transferred to NYC and was able to get a status match to EXP on AA.
I have tried to opt in for pre-check with AA with no luck despite everyone saying I am elgible. Does anyone know how I can fix this? It makes zero sense how I can get pre check when I fly on my US ff # but not AA.
I am sorry if this question is buried somewhere on this site.
Best
I have tried to opt in for pre-check with AA with no luck despite everyone saying I am elgible. Does anyone know how I can fix this? It makes zero sense how I can get pre check when I fly on my US ff # but not AA.
I am sorry if this question is buried somewhere on this site.
Best
Oct 28, 2013, 7:10 am
#5174
Join Date: Nov 2010
Programs: AA PLT 3MM
Posts: 1,135
JFKbound what do you mean by "you tried to opt in"? You can do this on the AA website (no need to call). Go to "My Account", "Personal Information and Password", then under "Secure Flight Info" you should see a field called "TSA Expedited Screening Program". Click to "edit" this field and check the box to opt in and submit. You should then see a green check mark and "Known Passenger" next to that field.
Oct 28, 2013, 7:22 am
#5175
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: New York
Programs: AA EXP 1.0mm, not sure where I am with hotels these days
Posts: 2,795
TSA line at LGA concourse D is getting longer in the morning and the TSA officer was clearing pax from the priority line today as well. As I was readying my stuff to go thru the scanner, another TSA officer commented that we should plan on arriving with more time to spare in the future. They were expecting enrollment/participation numbers to increase significantly in the near future.