BWI to start program that could cut security check time for frequent flyers

Passengers navigate the maze of stantions on their way to a Transportation Security Administration screening area at Baltimore Washington International Airport. Photograph by Getty Images
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Posted: 11/14/2012

BALTIMORE -

Imagine being able to go through airport security quicker than anyone else. For select frequent flyers-- that's becoming a reality at BWI.

The airport is announcing plans today to start using TSA's pre-check program.

Flyers on US Airways, Delta and United Airlines can get through their screenings quicker when traveling domestically.

BWI is the 32nd airport to implement TSA pre-check and four million customers have used it since the program started.

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