Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is the federal agency responsible for securing U.S. transportation systems. Formed shortly following the tragedies of September 11, the agency is part of the Department of Homeland Security. Along with assistance from the Airport Police Department, the TSA at MSP oversees the security and safety of everyone working or traveling through MSP.

The TSA offers a local representative who can be reached at this link: MSPcomments@dhs.gov

Security Screening

Locations

At Terminal 1-Lindbergh, TSA operates one International checkpoint (#7) on Concourse G, six checkpoints on the Ticketing Level, and the Skyway Security Checkpoint (#10) on the Concourse Connector.

The Black Diamond, or "expert traveler" lane at MSP is located at Checkpoint 6

At Terminal 2-Humphrey the security checkpoint is located on Level 2. 

Open Times

Security checkpoints open at approximately the same time as the airline ticket counters, with the exception of the employee-only, 24-hour Checkpoint 3, which also is available to passengers after hours. Generally, there are at least two checkpoints open by 4 am.

Skyway Security Checkpoint (#10), carry-on baggage only, is open from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Equipment

The TSA has installed several Advanced Imaging Technology machines at MSP Airport. To learn more about this technology, please visit: http://www.tsa.gov/approach/tech/ait/faqs.shtm