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Major change to TSA protocol is forcing some frustrated passengers to check carry-on bags

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Lax, A. (2026, September 23). Major change to TSA protocol is forcing some frustrated passengers to check carry-on bags. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/09/23/lifestyle/new-tsa-scanners-force-some-passengers-to-check-their-bags/

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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is rolling out new 3-D X-ray scanners at airports, which have a smaller opening than previous machines and may prevent larger carry-on bags from fitting through easily. While the TSA claims these changes will improve screening efficiency and reduce manual inspections, frustrated passengers are now being forced to check their carry-ons or face difficulties getting through security checkpoints. The article provides tips for travelers on how to navigate this new protocol, such as ensuring their luggage fits within airline guidelines and using bins instead of belts for larger items.

Written by AI on 2026-09-23, from this article's own text only (the story summary below draws on all the coverage).

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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is rolling out new 3-D X-ray computerized tomography (CT) scanners at airports across the United States. These advanced machines offer improved screening capabilities but have a slightly smaller opening than older models, making it harder for some larger carry-on items to pass through easily. Daniel Velez, a TSA spokesperson, noted that the new design is necessary for optimal performance of the CT technology.

As a result, passengers with bigger or expandable carry-ons may face difficulties fitting their luggage into the scanners, potentially forcing them to check their bags instead. The recommended dimensions for most airlines' carry-on baggage are 22″ x 14″ x 9″, which will still fit through the new machines according to a report by Simple Flying. However, TSA officers remain available to assist travelers with larger items or special needs to ensure a smooth screening process.

This change could affect travel convenience for many passengers who prefer using carry-ons instead of checked luggage to avoid baggage claim hassle at their destination.

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Skipping the stress of baggage claim at the airport by using all carry-ons may no longer be possible. uncertain

Skipping → skip → ons

Though the roll-out of the Transportation Security Administration’s new security scanners is intended to offer flyers more thorough screening capabilities and an easier time passing through security checkpoints, it may pose a snag when it comes to taking carry-ons on the plane — as they may not fit through the new devices. uncertain

they → intend → devices

The 3-D, X-ray computerized tomography (CT) scanners may be elite machines, but Daniel Velez, a TSA spokesperson, shared that their under-an-inch smaller opening does not let larger items pass through as easily as the former scanners did — though he said that the design is “necessary” so that the new tech can accommodate the advanced imaging technology and guarantee optimal performance. uncertain

tech → share → performance

“TSA officers are available to assist travelers with larger items or special needs to help ensure a smooth screening process,” Velez said. asserted

Velez → assist → process

Though the carry-on dimensions that airlines typically allow for — 22″ x 14″ x 9″ — will still fit in the new scanners, per a report by Simple Flying, passengers who hope to squeeze through with larger bags or even expandable options (being that these may change shape when fully packed) may find themselves out of luck. uncertain

themselves → carry → luck

To ensure an easy trip — and to avoid the hassle of needing to return to the airline ticket counter to check their bag — Velez proposed a few tips for travelers, such as cross-checking the dimensions of one’s carry-on bag with airline size guidelines, using the bins (the new CT machines do not allow bags to go directly onto the belt), and packing away laptops, since the new tech allows for them to stay in-bag. asserted

them → ensure → bag

While some travelers may feel intimidated or frustrated by the new tech, they do pose advantages — providing TSA agents with a 3-D view inside luggage, which will likely reduce manual inspections. uncertain

which → feel → inspections

Travel-size liquids will also no longer need to be removed. asserted

liquids → need → ?

The announcement comes in the wake of some other recent TSA changes, such as the agency’s new guidelines on packing squishies (the viral toys that are getting confiscated at checkpoints due to the gel liquid inside) and a potential allowance for full waterbottles, though this would likely only apply to PreCheck travelers under its Gateside by TSA program at 13 airports. asserted

this → come → airports

This program is expected to expand once the TSA evaluates operations after the initial rollout is complete. asserted

rollout → expect → operations

For now, flyers must still follow the 3-1-1 rule, where carry-on liquids must be in containers of 3.4 ounces or less. asserted

liquids → follow → ounces

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