Travelers at U.S. airports no longer need to remove their shoes during security screenings, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced Tuesday. The change, effective immediately, follows a successful pilot program proving the TSA can maintain safety without the longtime practice. Instituted after the 2001 “shoe bomber” incident and made standard in 2006, the requirement applied […]
American Airlines saw a busy Memorial Day weekend at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, with more than 2,000 flights departing over the four-day period. According to WCNC, the airline is preparing for an even busier summer, estimating it will operate around 72,200 flights out of Charlotte between May 16 and September 2. Charlotte Douglas serves as […]
A man was arrested Saturday night after allegedly gaining unauthorized access to the tarmac at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, according to WBTV. Elijah Pressley was charged with trespassing after officers found him around 10:30 p.m. near the ramp by Gate D4. Authorities say he bypassed two doors—one leading into a restricted area—and walked onto the […]
TSA Checkpoint 2 at Charlotte Douglas International Airport opened Monday, March 24, for limited screenings. It will fully open Wednesday, March 26, and Checkpoint A will close permanently next week. Checkpoint 2 will primarily serve TSA PreCheck passengers and flight crews, according to WCCB. The launch is part of the airport’s plan to consolidate five […]
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