Times of India
Before 9/11, families could walk to airport gates; 25 years later, it’s returning
A new TSA pilot programme is allowing eligible TSA PreCheck members to enter airport gate areas without buying a flight ticket. The Gateside by TSA PreCheck programme is being tested at 13 US airports, including Mesa Gateway Airport in…
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