What does “SSSS” mean on your boarding pass? (And how to stay calm when you see it)

🔍What does “SSSS” stand for?

SSSS = Secondary Security Screening Selection

This is not a personal accusation.

It is not proof that you are a suspect.

It’s not even necessarily about you personally.

It is a randomly or algorithmically generated alert from the TSA (Transportation Security Administration) as part of the Secure Flight program – a system that serves the following purposes:

Improving flight safety

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