TSA introduces new screening procedures
Business aviation may win a few more converts as a result of the most recent Transportation Security Administration (TSA) edict expanding the use of manual

Business aviation may win a few more converts as a result of the most recent Transportation Security Administration (TSA) edict expanding the use of manual pat-down searches during “secondary” screening.

The TSA announced September 16 that new passenger screening procedures will increase the use of explosive trace detectors; authorize frisking of passengers even if the metal detectors are not triggered; and give screeners more latitude to refer individuals to secondary screening.