TSA Secure Flight Starts Nov 1, 2010

(Dive Travel Business News - October 29, 2010) -- It's time to double check ticket reservations.  The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will launch it's Secure Flight Information procedures next week.   As of Nov 1, 2010, ticketing information must have the passenger's name, date of birth and gender that matches their government-issued identification.

The new Secure Flight Information requirements are a means for the TSA to update its Watch List:  The list contains the names of people who are not permitted to fly or are required to have a special screening prior to flying.  Previously airlines had been responsible for checking passenger's names on the watch list, but with errors and mishaps that have frustrated legitimate flyers, the TSA will be taking over this security task.

Most major airlines have already begun the Secure Flight procedures. As of Nov 1, the TSA will require that all passengers who have not provided their full name, gender and date of birth at least 72 hours in advance may have their reservations canceled. For more information visit the TSA Blog.  

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