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JFK Airport loosens frequent flier security

Originally published: February 29, 2012 11:47 AM
Updated: February 29, 2012 9:19 PM
By KEITH HERBERT  keith.herbert@newsday.com

Transportation Security Administration administrator John Pistole (R) and

Photo credit: Getty Images | Transportation Security Administration administrator John Pistole (R) and Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano speak while announcing the expansion of TSA's "Pre Check" passenger prescreening initiative at Reagan National Airport Feb. 8, 2012 in Arlington, Virginia.

Kennedy Airport officially kicked off an expedited security screening program Wednesday for frequent fliers, meaning quicker passage through checkpoints and fewer hassles like removing shoes.

John Pistole, the Transportation Security Administration's top official, announced the new program, called TSA Pre-Check, during a news conference at American Airlines' Terminal 8.

Kennedy is the...

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