At the top of TSA’s list of craziest findings in 2024 is a firearm found in the side pocket of a baby stroller at William P. Hobby Airport in Texas. The baby was also in the stroller as the traveler approached the airport security area. It is not the first time such an event has occurred.

The pilot was later charged with driving under the influence, records from the local sheriff's office show.

The TSA detected an average of more than 18 firearms a day at airport security checkpoints. Incidents have more than doubled since 2015.

The volume of firearms intercepted at U.S. airports has surged 152% over the past decade. The TSA sees a connection to the rise of permitless carry laws.

More than 6,600 firearms were detected at airport security checkpoints by the Transportation Security Administration in 2024, and about 94% were loaded with ammunition.

A spokesperson for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) previously told Newsweek: "TSA is working to avoid checkpoint delays by encouraging all travelers to obtain a REAL ID compliant ID or another form of acceptable ID before the May 7, 2025 deadline.

Don't bring a gun to the airport in a carry-on. TSA warns travelers to check their bags for guns on and other prohibited items before traveling.

A Southwest Airlines pilot was arrested at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport for DUI after attempting to fly from Savannah to Chicago. According to Transportation Security Administration officials,

Federal agencies will have two years to gradually introduce REAL ID enforcement until the firm deadline of May 7, 2027.

TSA had a successful year with record travel, highest retention and lowest attrition in over 20 years, and upgraded airport security using innovative technologies.

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