Looking at your luggage
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Worried that you may have forgotten something? Or perhaps you're nervous that something in the bag may set off the alarms. "If a person is frantically looking at their luggage, that is a giveaway that something is not right," Rozins says. Take a breath before walking through security, take a moment to get your life together, and at least try to look calm, even if you aren't feeling all that relaxed. By the way, these are the things that will likely get your luggage flagged by the TSA.
Talking about bad things
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Not bad things like a breakup—bad things like bombs or firearms. Of course, this will absolutely get you pulled off to the side. Even asking the TSA agents about weapons (i.e., asking what weapons are allowed on a plane or why you can't bring your gun) will get you questioned. In fact, you can get arrested for joking about bombs while in line. Pro tip: Keep quiet. Silence is definitely golden in regard to this topic. Here are some more secrets to speeding through airport security.
Intricate hairdos
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We've been there, done that. Every single time we wear our hair in a lazy bun (it's our travel go-to style), we get frisked. But why? Jennifer Wilnechenko, editor at Etia.com, a travel info site, says there's a reason why those lazy buns get a second look, as well as more involved styles. "Passengers with an intricate and elaborate hairdo like braids and updos can lead to additional inspection, as they're capable of concealing weapons and equipment," she says. Plus, bobby pins will also set off the metal detector. The good news: A quick hair frisk (they pat you down in your hair) will eliminate any concerns, and it can be done quickly. Just FYI, these are the 12 things your TSA security agent isn't telling you.
This Is What a TSA Agent First Notices About You, Source:https://www.rd.com/advice/what-tsa-agents-notice-first/
