You can control when you arrive.
You can keep your documents organized.
You can listen carefully.
You can answer questions honestly.
You can remain respectful.
You can ask for clarification if you don't understand something.
You can't control whether you're selected.
So don't waste energy trying to predict it.
Don't Joke About Security
This is particularly important.
Airport security isn't the place for jokes about weapons, explosives, bombs, or other threats.
Even if you're nervous and trying to make light of the situation, comments that might seem harmless elsewhere can be taken seriously in an airport-security environment.
If you're undergoing additional screening, keep your communication straightforward.
Answer questions honestly.
Follow instructions.
Avoid unnecessary arguments or jokes about security threats.
Your goal is to complete the process as smoothly as possible.
What If You Think Something Is Wrong?
If you believe a security officer has misunderstood something, remain calm.
Ask for clarification.
