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TSA Pre-check Program Lands at Reno-Tahoe International
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at the Reno-Tahoe International Airport has recently implemented the new Pre-Check program that allows frequent travelers to fly through security.
Pre-Check rolled out at sixty airports nationwide last week, including Reno-Tahoe. While the end result will mean faster check-in for all, there may be a few growing pains before the new program is fully functioning with ease.
Pre-Check is a TSA program for frequent travelers that expedites the screening process. For example, passengers enrolled in Pre-Check do not have to remove their shoes, belts or jackets, liquids and gels may be left in your carry-on bag, and laptops may stay inside its case. Eligible passengers include U.S. citizens of frequent flier programs who have been invited by a participating airline, and U.S. citizens who are members of a Customs and Border Patrol Trusted Traveler program such as: Global Entry, SENTRI, or NEXUS.
At Reno-Tahoe International Airport, there is a separate lane for Pre-Check customers, in addition to the lane for First Class or Priority flyers. Currently, Pre-Check is only open during the peak travel hours early in the morning when a TSA representative will staff the queuing entrance and guide passengers to the appropriate lane.
For people who would like to learn more about the program, visit www.tsa.gov. In addition to completing an online form, eligible Pre-Check travelers visit an enrollment center in Washington D.C. or Indianapolis to provide fingerprints, photo identification and other documentation. TSA hopes to offer a local enrollment center in the months ahead.
It is important to note that the airport does not control the TSA Security Checkpoint. Screening of passengers and bags is the sole responsibility of the Transportation Security Administration, a department of Homeland Security.
There may be increased wait times during the upcoming travel season. To make the check-in and security process less stressful, the airport recommends passengers arrive at least 90 minutes prior to their scheduled departure. We appreciate your patience and wish you a pleasant experience the next time you fly.
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Airport Salutes Northern Nevada's Honor Flight
The Reno-Tahoe International Airport family of employees and tenants were proud to join over 400 members of the local community in welcoming home 40 World War II veterans from the nation's capital on Oct. 6, 2013.
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A crowd of more than 400 community members and family greeted the veterans when they returned from Washington D.C. on the Honor Flight.
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Honor Flight is a nationwide program, sponsored in part by Southwest Airlines, that flies WWII, Korean and Vietnam veterans to Washington D.C. to tour the monuments built in their honor. On Oct. 4th, 40 veterans from World War II flew out of Reno-Tahoe International bound for Washington. They were thrilled to be greeted by Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval who personally thanked them for their service onboard the flight, just before push back.
Once in D.C. the veterans toured the WWII Memorial, in addition to the Korean and Vietnam monuments and Arlington National Cemetery. They were treated by a concert from the United States Air Force band and given letters from family, friends and local school children.
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Not even a government shutdown could keep the veterans from their monuments.
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Upon arrival back in Reno, Civil Air Patrol members escorted the veterans downstairs from the gate, led by a bag pipe processional. The service men and women were greeted with handshakes and hugs from over 400 community members representing the Blue Star Moms, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Patriot Guard, National Guard, local ROTC groups and many others. The crowd joined Spanish Springs High School sophomore Kayla Anderson in singing an inspiring rendition of the National Anthem and the musical tribute continued with an original number, "No Place Like America," sung by members of the MasterWorks Chorale.
For more information on how to participate in this free program which is open to all veterans, visit www.honorflightnv.org.
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Greetings!
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Marily M. Mora, President & CEO
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In the past year, Reno-Tahoe International Airport staff have held more than 65 meetings with passenger carriers, cargo airlines and tour operators. Increasing air service for our region is the top priority for the airport.
Last week, staff attended the World Routes Conference in Las Vegas, the largest air service summit in the world. In the coming months, staff will be visiting more airline headquarters and attending conferences to try to increase air service.
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Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval chats with Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority CEO Marily Mora, at the World Routes Conference
in Las Vegas, NV.
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In the meantime, we are working with our community to improve the way our region, state and businesses support air service development. With 400 airports across the nation competing for the same airlines and flights, we need a new approach that engages our entire community in the effort to bring new flights and seats into our market.
We will keep you updated as we further develop the plan to land more air service for our region. Enjoy our e-newsletter, and we hope to see you soon at the airport.
If you have any questions or comments, I welcome your input and suggestions at mmora@renoairport.com. Sincerely, Marily M. Mora, A.A.E. President and CEO
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Shhh...Less Aircraft Noise for 5,000 Homes
The award-winning Sound Insulation Program at the Reno-Tahoe International Airport is about to complete construction on its 5,000th home. This fall, the airport will have provided acoustically rated windows and doors to mitigate aircraft noise in over 5,000 homes in Reno, Sparks and Washoe County.
The Sound Insulation Program started in 1994 and began with a noise contour study. It is primarily funded by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and no local tax dollars pay for this free program that provides acoustically rated windows, doors and many other features that lessen the effects of aircraft noise for homeowners. As part of the Reno-Tahoe International's effort to be a good neighbor, the airport has invested over $67 million in to the community and provided an average of $15,000 worth of improvements in over 5,000 residences.
According to the FAA requirements based on the noise contour study, 5,400 residences primarily north and south of the airport, are eligible for the sound insulation program. By the end of the program's completion in 2014, 95% of the eligible homes will have received the sound insulation benefits. "In addition to the 14,000 Reno and Sparks residents who have benefited from the improvements," said Adam Mayberry, Airport Authority Board Chairman, "the program has helped employ contractors, the majority of whom were local, during some of the most difficult economic times in the region's history. "
The Reno-Tahoe International Airport recently received the 2013 Randy Jones award for the airport's efforts over the past two decades to proactively seek out qualified neighbors and successfully lessen the impact of aircraft noise for area residences. This award is presented by the annual Airport Noise Mitigation Symposium Committee to organizations that make a significant contribution to airport noise mitigation.
For more information on the Sound Insulation Program, contact Trish Tucker, Manager of the Airport Noise Program, at ttucker@renoairport.com.
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Alaska Airlines Begins Daily Non-Stop Flights to Portland this November
Reno-Tahoe International Airport is adding more air service starting in November with a new non-stop flight between Reno and Portland on Alaska Airlines.  The new service to the City of Roses begins November 8, 2013, and will bring the number of non-stop flights between Reno and Portland to three each day. Southwest Airlines currently offers two flights per day to Portland, giving passengers more options to fly to the Pacific Northwest. "We have been working tirelessly to build our air service during these tough economic times and the hard work is paying off for our airport and community," Dean Schultz, Executive Vice President/COO of Reno-Tahoe International Airport, said. "It is now up to our region to fill the seats so we can maintain our level of service." The flight will depart Reno at 1:15 p.m. and arrive in Portland at 2:50 p.m. daily. The return flight will depart from Portland at 11:10 a.m. and arrive in Reno at 12:45 p.m.  | |
Horizon Air taxis in to the gate at Reno-Tahoe International.
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The new routes will be operated for Alaska by Horizon Air using 76-seat Bombardier Q400s. Travelers can enjoy Horizon's award-winning onboard service, which includes complimentary Starbucks coffee, soft drinks, and (for passengers 21 and older) wines and microbrews. For more information or to book tickets, log on to www.renoairport.com/flightinfo. |
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