The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) had added six international airlines to its PreCheck program, the administration announced on Wednesday.
The six new partnering airlines include Air Serbia, Condor Airlines, Porter Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines, Thomas Cook Airlines (UK), and Thomas Cook Airlines (Scan.), bringing the number of airlines participating in the initiative to 52 domestic and international carriers.
TSA officials said the expedited screening program enables low-risk travelers to enjoy a smart and efficient screening experience at more than 200 U.S. airport travelers. For PreCheck travelers, there is no need to remove shoes, laptops, 3-1-1 liquids, belts or light jackets.
The service is available when departing from an American airport to a foreign country, and for domestic, connecting flights after returning to the United States.
Travelers can apply for TSA PreCheck for $85 for five years or $17 per year through the TSA application program.
Officials said the new partnerships would significantly increase the trusted traveler population and raise the baseline for aviation security, adding the TSA is committed to increasing the number of airlines participating in PreCheck and helping more eligible travelers across the country to experience expedited screening.
TSA continues to incorporate unpredictable security measures, both seen and unseen, throughout the airport, officials said, reiterating travelers will be screened and no individual will be guaranteed expedited screening.