Airports allow non-traveling public past security entrances for first time in decades https://t.co/w9h9wSgTA4 pic.twitter.com/tfNCjbMJTs
— New York Post (@nypost) December 18, 2025
An airport tradition of years gone by is slowly making its way back to certain locations in the US
Visitors can proceed to the post-security side of the passenger terminal to accompany friends or loved ones who are flying out, the airport notes on its website.
“Non-passengers” must apply online for security clearance up to seven days in advance of the day they want to visit the airport, according to the new process.
After people fill out the form, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will approve the visit by sending the “non-passengers” an OAK guest pass.
“Non-passengers” have to present the pass along with a TSA-approved photo ID, such as a passport or Real ID.
Another user responded, “One of my fondest memories is seeing my grandma as I exited the plane with my brother when my parents sent me out to see her.”
Other airports:
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport has a “hangout pass,”
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) has a “SAT Pass”
Kansas City International Airport has a “guest pass.”
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) has a “wingmate pass”
Detroit Metropolitan Airport has a “destination pass”