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TSA Opens Gateside Access for Non-Flyers
6 Sep
Summary
- TSA's new Gateside program allows non-ticketed visitors to access airport terminals.
- This program is available at 13 airports, including LAX and San Diego.
- Eligibility requires current or former TSA PreCheck membership or a Known Traveler Number.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has introduced its Gateside program, allowing individuals without plane tickets to pass through security checkpoints. This new initiative, launched this week, aims to facilitate non-traveler access for reasons such as meeting friends, enjoying terminal amenities, or seeing loved ones off.
Currently, Gateside is operational at 13 airports across the United States, featuring prominent locations like Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and San Diego International Airport. Travelers interested in this program must possess current or former TSA PreCheck membership or a valid Known Traveler Number (KTN).
Eligibility for Gateside requires an advance application, typically submitted one to three days prior to the planned visit. While the TSA promotes this as a way to bring back cherished air travel moments, similar visitor programs already exist at over 21 other US airports, with international precedents also noted in countries like Australia.
