And as summer approaches, travelers may want to add one important item to their checklist a real I.D.. Now you'll need one by May seven if you want to board a flight and don't have a passport.

Starting today, the Motor Vehicle Commission is launching real ID Thursdays, making 4500 appointments available statewide every Thursday through March and April to meet the demand.

Travelers over the age of 18 will need to present a real ID to board domestic flights or use a passport to get one.

Applicants need to have a Social Security number two forms of proof that you live in the state and other identity documents adding up to six real ID points.

The licenses come nearly two decades after Congress made it a requirement as part of beefed up security post-9-11.

Starting April 5th, the motor vehicle will also hold a series of mobile events on Saturdays to help people make the switch.

For more information, residents are being encouraged to check and the city's website.