While it might be annoying to be held up for any length of time, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) stressed that it’s a highly necessary security measure designed to keep everyone safe.
A TSA spokesperson told Fox News: “Security measures begin long before passengers arrive at the airport.
“TSA works closely with the intelligence and law enforcement communities to share information.”
It added: “Additional security measures are in place from the time passengers get to the airport until they arrive at their destination.
“In some cases, passengers are randomly selected for enhanced screening.”
Don’t even think about trying to refuse any additional checks either, as the TSA warned no one is able to bypass the screening.
So, if you spot the dreaded four letters on your boarding pass, be prepared to take a little longer in that security line – and probably be gasping for that airport pint after.
