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Security at many airports can be a hassle, but hey, that’s life in the post-9/11 world. But a new program that allows frequent travelers to hand over additional information about themselves in exchange for a quick trip to through security has arrived at Dulles Airport, reports the Examiner:

The Transportation Security Administration opened a new “TSA PreCheck” checkpoint at the airport Tuesday in the center of the departures level of the main terminal, the first airport in the country to have a dedicated checkpoint for expediting some passengers.

The pre-screened fliers have to qualify in advance, then they must be pre-screened each time they fly. The special clearance is embedded in their boarding pass barcode. When the passenger goes to the security line, the TSA officers refer the person to the special lane for faster screening. The passengers might not have to partially disrobe like the rest of the flying masses and may be able to keep their toiletries and laptop in their carry-on bags, according to the TSA.

Not everyone qualifies, though. You have to be a frequent flier with Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, or U.S. Airways, be registered with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Trusted Traveler Program or be an active member of the military traveling to specific destinations.

TSA is quiet on what exactly you’re asked when interviewed and what type of information you’d have to submit to qualify for the program.