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June 5, 2009

Booking a flight? TSA wants more info

WASHINGTON (AP) — Don't be surprised if you're asked to provide your date of birth and gender when booking plane tickets later this summer.

The Transportation Security Administration has launched a new program called “Secure Flight” to improve security and reduce misidentification of passengers who have names similar to individuals on government watch lists.


 
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