TPG Tried the TSA's New E-Gates: Here's What to Expect

TPG tried the TSA's new e-gates: Here's what to expect

Are you curious about what the future of airport security might look like? A visit to one of the busiest airports on the East Coast offers a sneak peek at one possibility.Earlier this summer, the Transportation Security Administration began trialing new "e-gates" at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT).And this week, I had the chance to try out the automated process for the first time.What are TSA e-gates?The new TSA process is the firs…

Why Frequent Fliers Never Put Their Phone in the TSA Bin at Airport Security—and What to Do Instead, From $10

Keep your essentials safe while streamlining the airport security process.Credit: Travel + Leisure / Getty ImagesBest TSA-friendly Phone Storage MethodsFor smaller electronics: Fyy Electronic Organizer, $10Easy to pack in a hurry: Gobags Air Production Clear Zipper Pouch 4-pack, $25Go-to personal item: Topeast Weekender Bag, $24 (originally $25)Getting through the airport is one of the most stressful parts of any vacation—especially if the secur…