TSA is lifting the shoe-removal policy because, a news release said, newer technology is able to spot contraband in shoes while they’re still on our feet.

Kristi Noem announced on July 8 shoes are no longer required to be removed at airport security. No longer requiring shoe removal went into effect immediately. TSA began requiring travelers to ...

Travelers at Armstrong International react to the new TSA rule ending shoe removal, praising improved efficiency and convenience at airport security checks.

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Passengers are no longer required to remove their shoes when going through airport security as TSA is removing the policy. TSA ending the “Shoes Off” policy co… ...

The Transportation Security Administration began requiring travelers to remove their shoes in 2006, in response to an attempt by an airline passenger to conceal a bomb in his shoe in December 2001.

In a surprising move ahead of the expected busy summer travel season, TSA will no longer require people flying to take off their shoes when they go through security.

Metropolis The TSA Is Letting Travelers Keep Their Shoes on in Security. About Time. For 19 years, it was the most annoying part of air travel. Now it’s finally gone.