Here are some tips I picked up that I hope can help you breeze through airport security next time you travel.

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Download your airline’s app and check flight status before you leave home.

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Pack liquids in a plastic see-through Ziploc bag.

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Use only a carry-on bag whenever possible.

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Check in next to the first and business class line.

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Place your documents in an easily accessible location.

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Get on line behind business people.

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AIRPORT SECURITY WAIT TIMES: TIPS TO BREEZE THROUGH AIRPORT SECURITY

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No matter how onerous the airport process can be, there are always little tips and hacks that can make the process faster and more efficient.