TSA Expands Wounded Warrior Security Program to All Veterans
Jun 7, 2011 | 8:53 pm
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TSA Expands Wounded Warrior Security Program to All Veterans
Now an existing Transportation Security Administration (TSA) program for injured service members has recently been expanded to permit all veterans to proceed through security safely and with dignity.
Recently, this program became available to all veterans, so anyone who has served in the military can take advantage. The veteran or service member should contact the Operations Centers 2472 hours before a confirmed flight at the toll-free number (888) 262-2396 with flight information. The passenger may also email the call center at [email protected] with the itinerary.
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The hotline will not be able to assist if the call is more than 72 hours or less than 24 hours before the flight is scheduled to leave before the flight is scheduled to leave.
http://www.pva.org/site/apps/nlnet/c...111&ct=9379283
http://rotor.com/Default.aspx?TabId=177&newsid375=73222
http://operationvets.com/?p=617
http://www.cochisecountyvva.org/blog/?p=1135
Is this real?
Will it help?
Jun 7, 2011 | 9:00 pm
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There are many veterans among my family and friends, and I think it would be great if all veterans could "proceed through security safely and with dignity." 
It would be even better if all persons, regardless of military service, could "proceed through security safely and with dignity." @:-)@:-)
It would be even better if all persons, regardless of military service, could "proceed through security safely and with dignity." @:-)@:-)
Jun 7, 2011 | 9:17 pm
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I don't care if it is real. This solves nothing. In fact, this is even worse. I view it as an insult that I need to call them before my flight to get "permission" to not be assaulted, insulted or embarassed for exercising the rights I defended during my service.
Veteran - "Hello, I am calling to provide my military service information in the hopes that I can prevent your employees from touching my junk when I fly in a couple of days please."
TSA clerk - "Just give us your relevant information and we can provide a liaison to assist with the protection of your dignity and rights."
RRRRR!!!!!!!
And it does nothing for those that did not serve, for whatever reason.
Veteran - "Hello, I am calling to provide my military service information in the hopes that I can prevent your employees from touching my junk when I fly in a couple of days please."
TSA clerk - "Just give us your relevant information and we can provide a liaison to assist with the protection of your dignity and rights."
RRRRR!!!!!!!
And it does nothing for those that did not serve, for whatever reason.
Last edited by essxjay; Jun 8, 2011 at 4:17 am Reason: Invective
Jun 7, 2011 | 10:51 pm
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There are many veterans among my family and friends, and I think it would be great if all veterans could "proceed through security safely and with dignity."
It would be even better if all persons, regardless of military service, could "proceed through security safely and with dignity." @:-)@:-)
It would be even better if all persons, regardless of military service, could "proceed through security safely and with dignity." @:-)@:-)
Jun 8, 2011 | 2:38 am
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I read the links and failed to see how this changes anything for wounded warriors at the checkpoint. I read that they complete a form and tell the TSA what flights they will be on, and will be treated with "dignity and respect".
But what changes at the checkpoint? Do they get private screening automatically? Are only certain TSOs assigned to them? Are they still groped, or do they avoid the grope?
Additionally, why does the TSA have to say that this group will be treated with "dignity and respect" if they jump through the TSA hoops -- that indicates they will not if they transit the checkpoint as regular travelers.
But what changes at the checkpoint? Do they get private screening automatically? Are only certain TSOs assigned to them? Are they still groped, or do they avoid the grope?
Additionally, why does the TSA have to say that this group will be treated with "dignity and respect" if they jump through the TSA hoops -- that indicates they will not if they transit the checkpoint as regular travelers.
Jun 8, 2011 | 5:08 am
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to proceed through security safely and with dignity.
I am currently in the US Military and this is confusing.
The way I am reading this is that the TSA admits that current policy does not allow for non-vets to proceed through security safely and with dignity.
Jun 8, 2011 | 5:09 am
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There are many veterans among my family and friends, and I think it would be great if all veterans could "proceed through security safely and with dignity."
It would be even better if all persons, regardless of military service, could "proceed through security safely and with dignity." @:-)@:-)
It would be even better if all persons, regardless of military service, could "proceed through security safely and with dignity." @:-)@:-)
Frankly, I wore my uniform to ensure that EVERYONE is treated with dignity and respect by our government. Based on the state of affairs at airports these days, I would have to say I failed miserably. (not looking for sympathy -- this just fuels my anger)
Jun 8, 2011 | 5:21 am
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'Respect and dignity' is a now formally sanctioned and official EXCEPTION to the SOP - and don't you forget it! Citizen!
Do you feel safer now?
Jun 8, 2011 | 5:27 am
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Not to take away anything posted in this thread, but does the following statement come from the TSA or from an article?
"Now an existing Transportation Security Administration (TSA) program for injured service members has recently been expanded to permit all veterans to proceed through security safely and with dignity."
"Now an existing Transportation Security Administration (TSA) program for injured service members has recently been expanded to permit all veterans to proceed through security safely and with dignity."
Jun 8, 2011 | 6:10 am
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Not to take away anything posted in this thread, but does the following statement come from the TSA or from an article?
"Now an existing Transportation Security Administration (TSA) program for injured service members has recently been expanded to permit all veterans to proceed through security safely and with dignity."
"Now an existing Transportation Security Administration (TSA) program for injured service members has recently been expanded to permit all veterans to proceed through security safely and with dignity."
The TSA liaison person will then notify the appropriate Federal Security Directors at the involved airports to ensure that any security screening required at those affected airports will be conducted by TSA screening experts with respect and dignity in order to make the overall experience for the service member as expeditious and pleasant, as possible.
Implies that if you don't phone, respect and dignity is not guaranteed.
Jun 8, 2011 | 7:04 am
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There are many veterans among my family and friends, and I think it would be great if all veterans could "proceed through security safely and with dignity."
It would be even better if all persons, regardless of military service, could "proceed through security safely and with dignity." @:-)@:-)
It would be even better if all persons, regardless of military service, could "proceed through security safely and with dignity." @:-)@:-)
I don't care if it is real. This solves nothing. In fact, this is even worse. I view it as an insult that I need to call them before my flight to get "permission" to not be assaulted, insulted or embarassed for exercising the rights I defended during my service.
Veteran - "Hello, I am calling to provide my military service information in the hopes that I can prevent your employees from touching my junk when I fly in a couple of days please."
TSA clerk - "Just give us your relevant information and we can provide a liaison to assist with the protection of your dignity and rights."
RRRRR!!!!!!!
Veteran - "Hello, I am calling to provide my military service information in the hopes that I can prevent your employees from touching my junk when I fly in a couple of days please."
TSA clerk - "Just give us your relevant information and we can provide a liaison to assist with the protection of your dignity and rights."
RRRRR!!!!!!!
And it does nothing for those that did not serve, for whatever reason.