Travelers can use a passport, permanent resident card, or state-issued enhanced ID instead of a Real ID, but airport officials urge consideration for fellow passengers.

Travelers can use a passport, permanent resident card, or state-issued enhanced ID instead of a Real ID, but airport officials urge consideration for fellow passengers. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. —

Travelers who have not yet obtained their Real ID can still board flights using a passport, permanent resident card, or a state-issued enhanced ID, according to the Transportation Security Administration.

The enhanced ID serves as both a driver's license and a federally approved border crossing document. However, airport officials emphasize the importance of being considerate to fellow passengers.

Kim Hunt, vice president of communi

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