TSA Pre-check

[NJHalo]

Does anyone have this? Is it worth the $85 fee?

We fly 5-6 times per year, and a friend of mine recommended it. He travels on business a lot out of Orlando, so without bags, it works for him.

One other person I know has it, and she said it's nit worth it. So many people have it now, that the lines are just as long.

[Slegnaac]

Pre-check is much faster, and you don't have to go through the body scanner.

That said it also depends upon the airport you are flying into and out of. LAX terminal 4, much faster. Tucson not much difference since it is one line anyway.

Keeping your shoes on,not having to take your laptop out, and just using the metal detector are major pluses.

My guess is that your friend that said no hasn't been through the cattle line in a long time so they really can't compare.

Edited April 18, 2016 by Slegnaac

[AngelsLongBall]

I wish I had Precheck when I flew out of DFW Friday night. Definitely going to sign up. I think that $85 is good for 5 years

[nate]

Does anyone have this? Is it worth the $85 fee?

We fly 5-6 times per year, and a friend of mine recommended it. He travels on business a lot out of Orlando, so without bags, it works for him.

One other person I know has it, and she said it's nit worth it. So many people have it now, that the lines are just as long.

 

Best use of $85 ever.  It is super easy to do and makes life so much better.  I fly 10-12 times a year.

 

Basically they do a whole background check on you before you go meet with them, the interview is super short and you get it for five years.

[NJHalo]

Best use of $85 ever.  It is super easy to do and makes life so much better.  I fly 10-12 times a year.

 

Basically they do a whole background check on you before you go meet with them, the interview is super short and you get it for five years.

How long does the whole application process take, from the time you fill out the info online, until you have the ID card?

[nate]

How long does the whole application process take, from the time you fill out the info online, until you have the ID card?

 

I want to say it was 2-3 weeks, I don't remember exactly.

 

They also occasionally host on site events where you can show up and do the application and interview the same day.  It is my understanding when you do that as long as everything checks out you have your pre-check in about a week.

[NJHalo]

There is also Global Entry, Nexus and Sentri. Is there a difference other than price?

[nate]

Not sure

[Blarg]

SO you can buy your way out of screening? This is ****ed up.

[nate]

SO you can buy your way out of screening? This is ****ed up.

 

They do a massive background check first.  It isn't just like a line pass.

[Blarg]

Nate, the douchenozzle from San Bernardino would have passed that check before picking up Jihad Jane for his wife. Your safety is for sale, no wait let me rephrase that, TSA has sold your safety to the terrorists.

[nate]

Nate, the douchenozzle from San Bernardino would have passed that check before picking up Jihad Jane for his wife. Your safety is for sale, no wait let me rephrase that, TSA has sold your safety to the terrorists.

 

They still check all your bags and make you go through a metal detector.

[ten ocho recon scout]

I fly a ton. I might have to look into it.

Occasionally ill get screwed and have to stand in the loooong line. But usually the later in the day flights are fine. Im so used to it that im already packed and dressed to make it simple.

Edited April 18, 2016 by ten ocho recon scout

[Schildog]

don't get pre-check... get global entry. pre-check comes with it. 

[Tank]

if i flew more i'd probably get it.

[mrwicked]

don't get pre-check... get global entry. pre-check comes with it. 

 

thanks dude.

i just applied right now. only took about 20 mins.

i have been putting off signing up for pre-check, glad i saw your comment before i did.

[Amazing Larry]

don't get pre-check... get global entry. pre-check comes with it. 

 

I believe that is only available to get at certain locations. For instance, my parents had to drive down to San Ysidro for the background check. I might be talking out of my ass though, which happens frequently.

[JAHV76]

Some companies reimburse for TSA Precheck application fee since the priority screening helps prevent potential costs like rescheduling flights. Atlanta is horrendous if you don't have priority status or TSA Precheck. I did my appt at JWA only waited for twenty minutes. It does take like two weeks but it's good for five years. Totally worth it.

Edited April 19, 2016 by JAHV76

[red321]

Took about 2 weeks. Filled out online app, made an appointment and went over to a place in Brea off of Lambert, paid my $85 bucks and was fingerprinted...had the approval something like 10 days later.

[NrM]

I recommend it if you fly frequently.

Don't have to take your laptop/large electronics and liquids out of your luggage. Get to leave your shoes, belt and jacket on. Go through the Walk through metal detector instead of the AIT machine. Lines are usually shorter and move quickly.

Edited April 20, 2016 by Mr. Meeseeks

[ten ocho recon scout]

You can bring liquids on?

[AngelsLongBall]

Dude they deny you if you get a DUI?

Like 80% of the people I know would be denied.

Gotta wait 10 years, just like DMV.  Or so I've heard.  Allegedly.

[Slegnaac]

You can bring liquids on?

You still have to comply with the 100 ml restriction but no requirement to separate the containers from your luggage.

[mrwicked]

thanks dude.

i just applied right now. only took about 20 mins.

i have been putting off signing up for pre-check, glad i saw your comment before i did.

 

got my initial approval for Global Entry.

just had to set up the in-person interview.

next available time is in november. 

ha.

easy process though.

Edited April 29, 2016 by mrwicked

[papawealey]

I've used TSA Pre for three years. Works well, some smaller airports don't have the line open at all times. For me the shoes/computer thing alone makes it worth it.