# TSA and CBP Launch Two New Pilot Programs to Speed Up International Connections

_Jul 16 11:00_

Tags: American Airlines, British Airways, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, CBP, International Remote Baggage Screening, One Stop Security, TSA, Australia

TSA and CBP have launched 'One Stop Security' (skipping security re-check) with UK partners and 'International Remote Baggage Screening' (direct bag transfer) with Australia and South Korea partners on select airline routes

## Summary

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) have launched two new pilot programs to streamline international connections in the U.S. **One Stop Security**: Eligible passengers flying from abroad can skip the TSA security re-check before their connecting flight. They clear passport control upon arrival and proceed directly to their next gate. This program currently partners with the United Kingdom on two routes:
- American Airlines (and British Airways): London Heathrow (LHR) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
- Delta Air Lines (and Virgin Atlantic): London Heathrow (LHR) to Atlanta (ATL)
Passengers flying from DFW/ATL to Heathrow can also skip security re-check when connecting in London. **International Remote Baggage Screening**: Passengers on approved routes have their luggage transferred directly to their final destination, eliminating the need to wait for bags and re-check them after clearing customs and TSA. This program partners with Australia and South Korea:
- American Airlines: Sydney (SYD) to Los Angeles (LAX)
- Delta Air Lines: Seoul (ICN) to Atlanta (ATL)
- Korean Air: Seoul (ICN) to JFK These changes are authorized by Congress and represent a significant policy shift for frequent fliers on these specific international itineraries

## Why it matters

Affects 5 airline programs (American Airlines, British Airways, Delta Air Lines...).

## Sources cited

- [The Points Guy](https://thepointsguy.com/airline/one-stop-security-airports) — These 2 new programs could save you a ton of time at the airport

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