Nation's oldest TSA officer honored with surprise 90th birthday celebration at OC airport
By Bianca Buono
Published on May 1, 2026.
Lawrence Santucci, a longtime Transportation Security Administration officer at John Wayne Airport in Orange County, California, was celebrated with a surprise 90th birthday celebration. Santucci has been known for his upbeat greetings and steady presence, and has spent years screening passengers, training new hires and assisting travelers with special needs. He joined the TSA in 2008 in his 70s after a challenging period in the telecommunications industry. Santuccis now considered the oldest TSA officer in the country. His daughter, Marie Pickard, credits his dedication to putting others first.
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