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It’s been a little over one week since the United States government shutdown began on October 1st, and we’re beginning to see the repercussions — especially at airports.
Orlando International Airport
Federal agencies and services that aren’t deemed “essential” by the government have halted, and while TSA officers and air traffic controllers are considered essential, many are calling in sick due to lack of pay, according to ABC News.
Flying today can be stressful, but this one change is making it a little easier!
TSA lines at MCO
Between flight delays, long lines, and TSA rules, it can feel like a marathon every time you head to the airport. For years, one of the biggest hassles has been navigating TSA checkpoints: shoes off, laptops out, liquids in tiny bags… You know the drill. But just when we’d all gotten used to the ritual, TSA has shaken things up in a big way with a policy shift that’s set to make travel just a little bit easier for everyone.
For years, flying out of Orlando meant bracing yourself for marathon TSA lines, but lately, travelers are breaking the #1 airport rule, and so are we, because security waits have all but vanished.
TSA lines at MCO
For as long as our team can remember, our golden rule of air travel has been to get to the airport early, especially at Orlando International Airport (MCO). This airport is notorious for its long, winding TSA lines. Travelers would routinely arrive two or even three hours ahead of boarding just to ensure they made it through security in time. But now we might be breaking our own rule, and here is why you might want to!
If you’re flying through Orlando International Airport (MCO) in 2025, you’re in for some very welcome airport security changes.
MCO Airport Security
It’s been a big year for air travel. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has implemented some new protocols to make traveling a bit easier, and has even removed one longtime rule that has undoubtedly been a bother. If you plan to travel to and from Orlando International Airport throughout the remainder of the year, here is a reminder of the changes.
When you’re flying, sometimes it’s hard to keep track of what exactly you need to do during your security screening.
TSA lines at MCO
This is especially true now that some long-standing TSA rules are changing, such as not taking off your shoes anymore, but rules still vary from airport to airport. At some airports, you don’t need to take anything out of your bag, including liquids and electronics, while at others, those rules still apply. However, one thing is for sure — you CANNOT travel with this one hair tool, and if you do, you could be fined THOUSANDS of dollars.
Air travel is pretty stressful. Not only do you have to worry about long security lines and making it to your gate on time, but there are also the inevitable delays that happen, too. Airports aren’t exactly calming.
Traveling with pets is stressful
Now imagine you’re a dog or a cat and you’re being taken through an airport. You have to go through security with a ton of strangers checking you out, and there are a lot of other people around. It can be SCARY. That’s why your human needs to know the #1 rule about traveling with pets, especially when dealing with TSA security.
I’ve been using TSA PreCheck for 6 years, and these are new unspoken rules I will be following when I fly!
TSA lines at MCO
TSA has seen some changes lately. From not removing shoes to the Real ID requirements, flying in 2025 might be a little confusing. Some passengers chose to use TSA PreCheck when going through security at the airport to save time and some of the hassle that comes with security. These are 4 unspoken rules in light of the changes happening if you are using PreCheck.
Airport security changes have been happening at a rapid pace, and they don’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon.
TSA lines at MCO
Air travel inherently has some complicated or taxing procedures that can turn folks off from flying. Often, a major deterrent can be the invasive and time-consuming security process. However, according to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), some big security changes are on the horizon that will make the airport experience much smoother.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) recently announced that it would open security lanes dedicated to families and military service members at airports across the United States.
TSA lines at MCO
“Families on the Fly” will create dedicated security lines for families with small children, while the “Honor Lane” will expedite security checkpoints for military service members and their families. And now, one of those lanes has officially opened at Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Head’s up, if you’re planning on flying for your next vacation, you could have accidentally packed a few BANNED items in your luggage!
MCO Airport Security
Between planning your flight and navigating your way around the airport, you’re already feeling exhausted, but delaying your time going through the security line just to get to your gate could make you your own worst enemy. TSA has made several changes recently, and we’re giving you the scoop on a few popular items you’ve thought to bring along that are actually BANNED from flying.
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