Summary
Travelers in the U.S. may soon be able to keep their shoes on during airport security screenings. This change could apply to many airports starting Sunday, although the TSA has not officially confirmed it.
Key Facts
- Travelers in the U.S. might not have to remove shoes during security checks at airports.
- The TSA is planning this change, which could start at many U.S. airports from Sunday.
- The rule to remove shoes began nearly 20 years ago after a failed shoe-bombing attempt in 2001.
- Currently, TSA PreCheck members already pass security without removing shoes.
- The TSA has not yet officially announced this change.
- The decision reflects TSA's ongoing effort to improve security processes.
