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SoCal airports launch TSA gateside security access for non-flyers
New York Post • • business
Key Points:
- The TSA has launched the "Gateside by TSA PreCheck" program at 13 airports, including Los Angeles and San Diego, allowing eligible travelers to access airport gates without a flight ticket to meet or see off passengers.
- The program is available to current and former PreCheck members and travelers with Known Traveler Numbers, who can apply one to three days before their visit; PreCheck membership costs $76 to $85 for five years.
- The initiative aims to restore personal moments at airports, such as farewells and meetups, but has received mixed reactions, with some praising the convenience and others concerned about increased terminal crowding.
- Similar visitor access programs already exist at over 21 U.S. airports, like Seattle and Orlando, and other countries, such as Australia, have long allowed non-passengers to accompany travelers through security.
- TSA plans to expand the Gateside program to additional airports in the coming months, enhancing access for eligible travelers nationwide.
