Skip to content Many people assume that receiving an SSSS designation means they have done something wrong, but that is generally not the case. The selection process is largely automated through the Secure Flight program, which compares passenger information with government security databases before travel. A variety of factors may lead to additional screening, including last-minute ticket purchases, one-way itineraries, certain international travel patterns, or even simple inconsistencies in booking information. In some cases, travelers are selected completely at random. Because the system relies on security protocols rather than personal judgment, being chosen does not mean someone is under suspicion or has been accused of any wrongdoing. Instead, it reflects one of the many precautionary measures used to strengthen aviation security.
