TSA Seizes Record 6,678 Firearms During 2024 Airport Screenings

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has implemented several changes to improve airport security and expedite screening for families and military members. The “Families on the Fly” program, initially piloted in Orlando, will expand nationwide to provide dedicated lanes for families traveling with children, offering a more efficient screening process. Additionally, the Honor Lane for uniformed military personnel, currently available at 11 airports, will also see nationwide expansion. TSA continues to enforce strict firearm regulations, requiring firearms to be unloaded, locked in hard-sided containers, and declared as checked baggage, with over 6,600 firearms seized in 2024 alone. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is also reviewing liquid and gel size restrictions at checkpoints, considering potential adjustments to streamline security procedures without compromising safety. These initiatives include discounts for military families on TSA PreCheck enrollment and mobile enrollment units at military bases to further facilitate trusted traveler access.