IDEMIA, the pioneer and long-time authorised TSA PreCheck® enrolment provider, announces the launch of a new type of TSA PreCheck enrolment initiative that simplifies the process. This kicks off at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) in Jackson, Mississippi this week.
IDEMIA I&S North America is bringing enrolment to the traveller as they depart for their trip. This will facilitate better access and awareness to the many benefits of TSA PreCheck, which helps keep travellers moving through security while also improving aviation security.
Three operational scenarios
The initiative starts on March 17th, 2022, at JAN Airport and IDEMIA plans to unveil the TSA PreCheck enrolment initiative at other airports later this year. “This is absolutely a game-changer for enrolment efficiencies, and we are incredibly excited to roll it out this week at JAN Airport in Jackson, Mississippi. We are giving passengers greater access and flexibility, making the whole process easier, quicker, and more efficient.”
The initiative at JAN Airport will be tested across three operational scenarios
“Passenger education is a priority for this initiative and key to its success, so we are working closely with our enrolment agents and brand ambassadors who will be stationed throughout the airport in easy-to-spot uniforms to increase awareness, encourage passengers to enrol, and answer any questions,” said Lisa Sullivan, SVP, Travel, and Transport for IDEMIA I&S North America. The initiative at JAN Airport will be tested across three operational scenarios to evaluate various locations in the airport: pre-security, post-security, and in the gate area.
Improved enrolment process
“This is an exciting development for TSA, the TSA PreCheck Application Program, and the traveling public. We’ve listened to travellers’ feedback and worked with IDEMIA to make enrolling more accessible. Once we’ve completed this two-week pilot, we will have a better understanding of how it can best accommodate the traveller and where it needs to be within an airport to have maximum benefit.”
“From there, IDEMIA will work with the TSA and airports to expand this improved enrolment process to other markets in the U.S,” said Kim Jackson, Federal Security Director with the TSA for the State of Mississippi. Across JAN Airport beginning March 17 and running through March 28, IDEMIA enrolment teams will run mobile carts equipped to enrol passengers for TSA PreCheck in five minutes or less. Most passengers will receive their Known Traveller Number (KTN) within 3-5 days.
Decreasing passenger wait times
TSA PreCheck is an opportunity to provide access to the public to shorten their time at the airport"
“I am elated that Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport is the first to roll out this new TSA PreCheck enrolment initiative. TSA PreCheck is an opportunity to provide access to the public to shorten their time at the airport. The goal of TSA PreCheck is to help decrease passenger wait times at security checkpoints. TSA PreCheck will provide constituents and others who are traveling, the chance to advance through potentially long lines and have a successful flight,” said U.S. Congressman Bennie Thompson of Mississippi, Chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee.
“TSA PreCheck is an outstanding program created to provide the best combination of traveller safety and incredible convenience. The enrolment initiative launching in Mississippi is aimed at growing the TSA PreCheck program."
"Giving Mississippi travellers the first opportunity to add enrolling in TSA PreCheck to their departure itinerary, with the benefit of being approved within 3-5 days to use by their next trip is our honour. Thank you to IDEMIA and TSA for using our wonderful state and incredible residents for this launch,” said U.S. Congressman Steven Palazzo, U.S. representative for Mississippi’s 4th Congressional District.
Streamlining security checkpoints
TSA PreCheck has transformed travel for millions and benefits both traveller and airport operations"
“As travel ramps up in a post-pandemic America, increasing enrolment in the TSA PreCheck program will help make air travel more secure and more efficient for travellers. I’m excited to see this new TSA PreCheck enrolment initiative launched from Mississippi, and look forward to seeing its successful implementation in other states,” said U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), who serves on the Senate Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee.
“TSA Precheck streamlines security checkpoints at airports for the many Americans who are looking forward to traveling across the country for work, vacation, or to see their loved ones. The new TSA PreCheck initiative will ensure that TSA is enrolling more people, resulting in protecting the traveling public, while making air travel easier for all Americans,” said Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, Congressman Michael Guest.
“TSA PreCheck has transformed travel for millions and benefits both traveller and airport operations. We are excited for Jackson to be at the centre of this new and important evolution of the program and look forward to supporting efforts to get more travellers enrolled in TSA PreCheck,” said Robert Martin, Chairman, Board of Commissioners, Jackson Municipal Airport Authority.
