TSA Expands Gateside Program for Non-Fliers to Over 300 Airports
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has significantly expanded its Gateside program, allowing non-fliers with TSA PreCheck to access airport terminals beyond security checkpoints at over 300 airports. This expansion, which has been implemented quietly, enables individuals to meet arriving passengers, accompany departing travelers to their gates, or simply enjoy airport amenities like dining and shopping. Previously, the TSA's website listed only 15 participating airports, but the full list now includes hundreds of locations across the U.S., from Anchorage to Asheville. To utilize the Gateside program, eligible PreCheck members must apply for a free pass one to three days in advance through the TSA's Gateside page, using Login.gov. Applicants need to provide their information, Known Traveler Number, desired airport, and visit date. Approval must be confirmed before heading to the airport, and a live digital approval must be shown to TSA officers, as screenshots or printouts are not accepted. Ch...