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I understand the OP's want/need to have a gate pass. But if you are asking for an exception to a rule (even a rule you don't like/understand), it's hard to get upset when the agent actually makes an exception.


I do wish there was some way for airlines to sell/give gate passes. If they were sold for $20, with $10 going to TSA, both entities (airline/TSA) would more than cover their costs and passengers wouldn't have to beg for them or trick the system with refundable fares. Passengers who really want them could have them, but the price would keep the numbers down, limiting additional security delays.