TSA to Expand Private Screening at Dozens of U.S. Airports Starting 2026
NewsData.io · United States · Aug 25, 2026
The TSA announced plans to expand privatized airport security screening to dozens more U.S. airports beginning in 2026, citing staffing shortages and efficiency goals. The Screening Partnership Program (SPP) allows airports to use private contractors instead of federal TSA employees, opening significant workforce and staffing opportunities. The expansion will run alongside accelerated CT scanner deployment and enhanced risk-based screening for PreCheck travelers.
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