Tag: Tsa
-
DIA won’t play Noem video on shutdown impact. Here’s why.
Colorado’s largest airport is not running a Homeland Security Administration video at security checkpoints — but not out of defiance or for political reasons. By contrast, several airports around the country are refusing to play a video with a message from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, in which she blames Democrats for the federal government…
-
Denver International Airport introduces touchless TSA PreCheck ID lanes
—
by
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Denver International Airport and the Transportation Security Administration introduced two new TSA PreCheck Touchless ID lanes as part of the new West and East Security Checkpoints. These limited-access lanes use facial recognition technology for what DIA officials said is faster, more efficient identity verification. The…
-
Faster security lines expected after Denver airport opens new checkpoint
—
by
Travelers at Denver International Airport can expect faster security lines early next month when the new west Transportation Security Administration checkpoint opens, officials said. It’s expected to increase security checkpoint efficiency by an estimated 33%. Almost three years since construction workers broke ground, the screening area — replete with the latest technological advancements — is ready to usher…
-
Denver airport in top 10 for firearms intercepted at security checkpoints
—
by
Denver airport in top 10 for firearms intercepted at security checkpoints TSA said 2023 set an all-time record for firearms intercepted at airports nationwide The Transportation Security Administration intercepted 6,737 firearms at airport security checkpoints in 2023, and Denver International Airport had one of the highest numbers among airports nationwide. 2023’s nationwide total surpasses the…
-
DIA security checkpoint reservation program speeds passengers through
—
by
Passengers at Denver International Airport can speed their way through security by making a reservation up to three days before a flight. The airport has partnered with secure identity company CLEAR to extend the popular DEN RESERVE program and continue helping passengers save time at airport security. DEN RESERVE is a free service that will…
-
Denver airport spring break travel tips for navigating the crowds
—
by
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Spring break is expected to bring hundreds of thousands of passengers through Denver International Airport this year, so travelers are encouraged to plan accordingly. Between March 16 and March 25, the airport is expecting over 600,000 passengers to travel through TSA checkpoints, according to a…
-
BlackTravelBox founder wins Denver Startup Week pitch competition
Denver entrepreneur Orion Brown took a huge step toward her company’s next growth stage with a pitch competition victory Wednesday at Denver Startup Week. Brown beat out three other finalists with her pitch to get $300,000 funding for her company BlackTravelBox to move it to the next stages of manufacturing and distribution. The company sells…
-
DIA terminal construction diverts foot traffic
—
by
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Denver International Airport officials this week announced the return of airport ambassadors and prominent signage to help passengers avoid feeling like they’re navigating an escape room at the main terminal to get to gates. While construction started a few weeks ago, general contractor Hensel Phelps…
-
DIA looks to a new day: Here’s what lies ahead for one of America’s busiest airports— and its former CEO Kim Day
—
by
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save When Kim Day walked out of Denver International Airport July 16 for the last time as its leader of 13 years, she left America’s third-busiest airport in a stronger financial position and helped set in motion expansion that will accommodate future growth, supporters said. But…