Boston Logan airport pilots presecurity screening for Logan Express bus riders

During the trial period, one bus will depart hourly over a four- or five-hour window each morning. Up to 35 passengers per bus can reserve tickets in advance for this presecurity experience. If successful, Massport could expand the program to additional Logan Express lines serving Braintree, Woburn, and Boston Seaport.

A Massport executive explained that the initiative aims "to encourage more travelers to use public transit by enticing them with an easier and more relaxed security experience." Reducing reliance on private vehicles or ride-hailing services could help ease congestion around BOS.

While this approach appears unique among U.S. airports, there are similar programs elsewhere. For example, American Airlines' Landline bus service from Atlantic City allows passengers heading to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to go through security before boarding their connecting bus; however, that service requires travelers' bus rides be booked as part of their flight itineraries. In contrast, the BOS program operates independently of any specific flight booking.

According to a presentation slide shared with The Points Guy by Massport, final approval from TSA is still required for staffing the new checkpoint.

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