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TSA PreCheck seems like a no brainer for getting through airport security faster, but does it actually save you time? A recent study suggests it's questionable.
A new program is cutting down airport security costs for military families thanks to a combination of fee waivers and discounts that address their travel needs.
As airport security checkpoints undergo changes that may help travelers get through faster and with less hassle, experts say paid services offering modified security screenings — like TSA PreCheck, Global Entry and Clear — may still be worth the cost.
Global Entry includes TSA PreCheck benefits, plus expedited U.S. customs screening for international air travelers entering the United States. Global Entry costs $100 for five years, while first-time enrollment to TSA PreCheck costs $78-$85 for five years.
The TSA got smart by offering a discount for PreCheck enrollment. It could have been even smarter to offer it at no cost and move closer to, and perhaps beyond, its 70 percent target for PreCheck screenings. Until that is reached, airport security screening will continue to fall short of reaching its full potential.