The Definitive "Delta - TSA Pre-Check" thread
Feb 11, 2012, 10:54 pm
#31
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: It's hot here
Posts: 4,285
I'm GM and 100% at ATL since the program started. Love it.
Not member of Global Entry or Nexus, I need to get around to that. Also, never received an e-mail from Delta. I just showed up for a flight not long after the program started, had my BP scanned and was directed to the Pre lane.
Not member of Global Entry or Nexus, I need to get around to that. Also, never received an e-mail from Delta. I just showed up for a flight not long after the program started, had my BP scanned and was directed to the Pre lane.
Feb 11, 2012, 11:16 pm
#32
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: AUS
Programs: AA Exec Platinum/MM, DL Gold/MM, Hilton Diamond, Accor Platinum, Hertz Presidents Circle
Posts: 6,975
My info is filled in on delta.com and the box checked, but I did not get the speedy lane in DTW about two weeks ago. I guess I need more data points but I'm still not convinced that is all I need to do.
I have been using the TT lane with 100% success when flying AA out of DFW.
I have been using the TT lane with 100% success when flying AA out of DFW.
Feb 21, 2012, 12:20 pm
#35
Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 2
strike 4 for TSA pre-check at DTW
Your boarding pass will be scanned at the checkpoint. If you qualify for Pre Check, you will be directed to the appropriate line. Selection for this new screening is supposedly random, so you are not automatically granted entrance every time just because of your credentials.
Feb 21, 2012, 12:35 pm
#36
Join Date: Jul 2001
Location: washington, dc
Programs: Delta Million Miler; NWA Refugee; Hilton Gold
Posts: 214
I had a 4 hour layover after an AMS-DTW segment yesterday morning. Went outside to have a smoke, and upon checking in at the north Sky Priority area I was selected. I've never registered for any trusted traveler program. YMMV
Feb 21, 2012, 1:16 pm
#37
Join Date: Dec 2007
Programs: Delta:PM, HH:Diamond, Hertz:PC
Posts: 35
I'm 10/12 in DTW. It is random, but you have to hit the Sky Priority line on the ticketing level. Actually been a few times on Monday morning when the Pre Check line was going slower since 1/2 people have no idea how it works. People are still taking off their belts, shoes and what not....
You don't have to be part of a trusted traveler program. Just make sure you have your full birthday, sex, and middle name in your profile.
You don't have to be part of a trusted traveler program. Just make sure you have your full birthday, sex, and middle name in your profile.
Feb 21, 2012, 2:48 pm
#38
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Orange Park, FL, United States
Programs: Delta Skymiles PM
Posts: 504
Confused System
If you have read through all the Pre Check comments you might be confused. That is because while the idea is nice, the execution is confused. This program does not require any new equipment just a change in procedure. Why then such a long roll out time. Most likely they are quite sure how to do it yet.
A few comments talk about being selected for pre check. Seems that if you are qualified for the program, the you go through pre check and a few randomly selected for the normal check.
It will take at least a year for TSA to coordinate this.
A few comments talk about being selected for pre check. Seems that if you are qualified for the program, the you go through pre check and a few randomly selected for the normal check.
It will take at least a year for TSA to coordinate this.
Feb 21, 2012, 2:54 pm
#39
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Orange Park, FL, United States
Programs: Delta Skymiles PM
Posts: 504
Confused System
If you have read through all the Pre Check comments you might be confused. That is because while the idea is nice, the execution is confused. This program does not require any new equipment just a change in procedure. Why then such a long roll out time. Most likely they are quite sure how to do it yet.
A few comments talk about being selected for pre check. Seems that if you are qualified for the program, the you go through pre check and a few randomly selected for the normal check.
It will take at least a year for TSA to coordinate this.
A few comments talk about being selected for pre check. Seems that if you are qualified for the program, the you go through pre check and a few randomly selected for the normal check.
It will take at least a year for TSA to coordinate this.
Feb 21, 2012, 2:55 pm
#40
Join Date: Nov 2000
Location: ATL
Programs: 4MM/DM, Marriott Lifetime PM, Hilton Diamond, SPG Platinum
Posts: 1,370
3 for 3 in ATL. Mrsgator21 flew with me last time. FO and a former CLEAR member. She didn't get selected and had to wait in line. I took most of the carryon stuff with me, cleared security, went to the bathroom and still had to wait on her to clear security.
Random, random, random... And that is what TSA wants. Random with no clear definition or way to predict. Just wish more airports were included (like RDU).
Random, random, random... And that is what TSA wants. Random with no clear definition or way to predict. Just wish more airports were included (like RDU).
Feb 21, 2012, 3:09 pm
#41
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Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: MN
Programs: Lots of programs, dirt on all of them!
Posts: 11,938
OK, So I understand that the selection for Pre-check is "random"...but I flew out of MSP today at 12:20pm...there was ONE xray machine staffed at the SkyPriority lane and 6 million people in line....anyway
Here's my Gripe...why does someone who has done a background check, fingerprinting, interview, etc...have to be randomly selected? when a Gold medallion with no background check is considered more secure? Obviously, I did not get selected, left the skypriority lane, when to check point 6, stood in the regular line, and still got through faster. Rant over.
Here's my Gripe...why does someone who has done a background check, fingerprinting, interview, etc...have to be randomly selected? when a Gold medallion with no background check is considered more secure? Obviously, I did not get selected, left the skypriority lane, when to check point 6, stood in the regular line, and still got through faster. Rant over.
2. 6 million people, really? What else about your rant is an overexaggeration?
Feb 21, 2012, 3:31 pm
#42
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: Kingdom of the Sun
Programs: DL GM/MM
Posts: 3,708
Because the program is just now coming out of beta testing and they need a way to limit the traffic. As it is rolled out throughout this year I believe you will see more lanes available and preselection will be eliminated. Patience!
Feb 21, 2012, 3:32 pm
#43
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Boston, MA, USA
Programs: FB LTPE, BAEC GGL, EK Blue, SK Gold, Marriott Amb+LTT, IHG Diamond Amb, Accorhotels Silver
Posts: 1,954
If you don't enter GE or Nexus credentials, how can they know you are a US Citizen? It is not written on your ID...
Feb 21, 2012, 5:47 pm
#44
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: WAS
Programs: AMEX Platinum, Global Entry, Priority Pass, SPG Gold, HHonors Gold
Posts: 1,594
It requires the nationwide deployment of the BP scanners that can read out PreCheck eligibility. It also requires training of the TDCs who are conducting the scanning, and the TSOs manning the PreCheck line.
Feb 21, 2012, 5:59 pm
#45
Join Date: May 2010
Posts: 3,461
Maybe it is just me but I don't like the program.
Found out I was in at LAS and that was great, but the next Monday in Atlanta the scan sent me to the regular elite line which takes longer then the general public line. I have not bothered to even go to the. "correct" checkpoint again.
The random factor makes it useless for me at my main airport (ATL)
Found out I was in at LAS and that was great, but the next Monday in Atlanta the scan sent me to the regular elite line which takes longer then the general public line. I have not bothered to even go to the. "correct" checkpoint again.
The random factor makes it useless for me at my main airport (ATL)