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TSA Lets Travelers Keep Shoes On in Security at Major US Airports

UNITED STATES, JUL 9 – The TSA ended a 20-year shoe removal rule due to improved screening technology and Real ID requirements, affecting all travelers including those without TSA PreCheck.

  • The TSA is phasing out the longstanding shoe removal requirement at security checkpoints at six major U.S. airports, including Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.
  • This change originated from nearly two decades of security measures prompted by the 2006 foiled terrorist plot involving liquid explosives and the 2001 shoe bomber attempt by Richard Reid.
  • TSA and DHS officials stated they are exploring innovative ways to enhance passenger experience and maintain security, with some travelers already exempt under TSA PreCheck.
  • The White House Press Secretary called the policy shift 'big news' while TSA confirmed the phase-out will likely expand nationwide after initial implementation at select airports.
  • This policy adjustment suggests improved passenger convenience at security checkpoints while keeping threat detection intact, reflecting TSA’s ongoing security innovation efforts.
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johnnyjet.com broke the news in on Sunday, July 6, 2025.
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