Originally Posted by
alee0729
The policy is set by the airport authority and the TSA only. The airlines are just along for the ride -- they cannot make up their own rules. But we're splitting hairs here... it's still a privilege, not a right, to go airside.
Even with a full fare ticket, you are not guaranteed access. The airline, the TSA, and designated badged employees exercise the discretion.
The policy is set by mutual agreement between the airlines and the TSA. Access to airside for unaccompanied minors is the policy agreed to - not only is it a "nice to have" it is also REQUIRED per the UM procedures.
It is not a 72 hour window, it is not a separate trip to the airport, and it is not at the discretion of the employee. As for accompanying elderly and disabled, it is also a consistent policy established by the airlines and the TSA.
How do you think Precheck got started?
Please don't confuse less experienced travelers by providing misinformation.