Travelers are facing the longest TSA wait times in history
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TSA wait times exceed four hours at major airports as officer staffing shortages worsen.
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If you fly during peak periods, expect security checkpoint waits of four-plus hours, potentially causing missed flights and travel delays.
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TSA Deputy Administrator Ha Nguyen McNeill has confirmed that travelers are experiencing record wait times exceeding four hours at major airports. The delays are being compounded by a surge in TSA officer call-outs, running at 40 to 50 percent rates, which has strained staffing levels during peak travel periods.
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