The Aviation and Transportation Security Act established the TSA (Transportation Security Administration) on November 19, 2001. TSA is an independent operator of the Eastern Iowa Airport security checkpoint and oversees the airport’s security line management.
TSA PreCheck® Enrollment
The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) has partnered with TSA PreCheck® enrollment provider, Telos, to offer a PreCheck® Enrollment Center inside the airport terminal. The center is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30-12:00, 12:30-4:00. and is located along the north wall of the terminal near the Guest Services desk HERE. The enrollment process is offered by appointment only.
Enroll and Schedule: Start your TSA PreCheck® application or renewal online at https://tsaprecheckbytelos.tsa.dhs.gov and book an in-person appointment at the CID terminal TSA PreCheck® enrollment center. Ensure you have the required identification for your appointment.
Visit: During your 10-minute in-person appointment, we will scan and validate your identity documents, capture your photo and fingerprints, and collect payment.
Complete: Once your application is submitted, your data will be securely transmitted to TSA, which will make the final decision on TSA PreCheck® eligibility. Most applicants receive their Known Traveler Number (KTN) within 3-5 days; some applications may take up to 60 days.
TSA PreCheck® members benefit from the convenience of keeping shoes, belts, and light jackets on through the passenger security checkpoint, and keeping electronics and 3-1-1 compliant liquids in carry-on bags. Members typically get through security screening much faster, with about 99% of members waiting less than 10 minutes at airport checkpoints nationwide.
Iowa Mobile ID
For information about the Iowa Mobile ID program, visit: https://iowadot.gov/mvd/Mobile-ID
