Twenty-five years after 9/11 transformed US airport security, some non-flyers can once again accompany loved ones to the gate. TSA’s new Gateside programme lets eligible PreCheck members enter secure areas without a ticket at 13 airports, with more locations planned.

A new TSA program – Gateside by TSA PreCheck – is allowing some people to cross the airport security checkpoint and walk a loved one to the gate.

Gateside by TSA PreCheck lets trusted travelers go through security without an airline ticket, to say goodbye to a friend or go shopping.