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Join Date: Nov 2000
Location: Nashville -Past DL Plat, FO, WN-CP, various hotel programs
Programs: DL-MM, AA, SW w/companion,HiltonDiamond, Hyatt PLat, IHF Plat, Miles and Points Seeker
Posts: 11,077
I think lots of folks are surprised that an ID is not required. Darn good idea, but not required.
As to sending off the passport for renewal - damn good idea. That part of an ID is not negotiable. Better have a valid ID or you are not getting on the plane.