Registered Traveler (RT) is a nation-wide program that is designed to improve customer service and increase security at airports. It is being offered by the private sector with oversight by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). To be eligible for the program, travelers must volunteer background information about themselves in order for TSA to conduct a security assessment. Participants are also required to pay an annual fee.
Private sector companies will provide enrollment services for RT participants, including the collection of biometric and other information from applicants as well as program fees. The biometric information such as a fingerprint or iris scan, will be used to create a secure identity credential.
FLO Corporation develops, markets, sells and deploys FLO™ an end-to-end solution for the RT program. The FLO solution leverages the expertise, relevant experience and marketing reach of companies with which FLO has strategic relationships.
The secure, biometric FLO card will allow qualified individuals to take advantage of expedited security screening procedures at participating airports, and in time promotional incentives offered by retail partners.
Multiple membership levels are available. FLO's Gold Ambassador package is just $100 per year and includes a variety of added benefits and services. FLO bundles over 25 additional services into its Gold Level Package at no additional cost to its members. Discerning members have the option of upgrading to FLO's Platinum Package which includes over 70 value-added benefits exclusive to FLO.
View additional information about FLO's benefits.
The RT program is aimed at frequent travelers. According to the Travel Industry Association, in 2004 approximately 38 million Americans traveled on business, averaging approximately 5.5 trips per year.
Numerous airports around the country have either implemented or expressed a desire to implement a Registered Traveler program. Please go to the airports section to view a list of airports currently accepting RT cards and airports joining the RT program soon.
