The 58-year-old man faces a reckless conduct charge, and he was taken to the Clayton County Jail without incident, police said.

Atlanta police caught a Transportation Security Administration officer who brought a gun past a security checkpoint.

Don't bring a gun to the airport in a carry-on. TSA warns travelers to check their bags for guns on and other prohibited items before traveling.

Southwest Airlines confirmed the pilot had been removed from duty and apologized to customers whose travel plans were disrupted.

The TSA wants travelers to know that yes, you can fly with your firearms, but there’s a right way and a wrong way to do it.

Police said they responded to the main TSA security checkpoint for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about the firearm.

Travelers have also been forced to wait for extended periods of time to pass through security and endure long waits for flights.

Starting May 7, travelers flying within the United States will be required to show a REAL ID or another form of TSA-approved identification.

A Southwest Airlines pilot was arrested at a Georgia airport and accused of DUI on Wednesday. A TSA officer smelled alcohol on the pilot and informed law enforcement officials, who arrested the pilot at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, a source familiar with the situation told NBC News.

A Southwest Airlines pilot was arrested this week for allegedly reporting to work at a Georgia airport intoxicated ... Security Administration (TSA) officer noticed he allegedly "smelled of ...

The 58-year-old man faces a reckless conduct charge, and he was taken to the Clayton County Jail without incident, police said.

TSA checkpoints were jammed with passengers, including college football fans departing after Monday's CFP National Championship game.