TSA updates passenger procedures at checkpoints

COLONIE — If you haven't flown since March, you'll find some procedures have changed at the airport security checkpoint in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.“Passengers will see TSA officers changing gloves after each pat-down and using a fresh swab for each passenger when checking for explosive material. TSA officers at checkpoints will be wearing masks and gloves, and plastic shielding has been installed at various locations," said Bart Johnson, TSA's security director for upstate