Question:
Are my parents allowed to walk me to my gate and wait until my flight takes off ?
anonymous
2011-06-24 18:38:40 UTC
Tomorrow im flying from LAX with Alaska Airlines and i heard somewhere that if your a minor you can have at least 1 parent walk with you through security all the way to the gate and wait with you until you board the gate. Is that true ? thanks (: by the way im only 13
Eight answers:
Thomas
2011-06-24 18:40:55 UTC
Ya, my cousin was able to do that when he flew back home to San Francisco, (he was 12).
RoofingPrincess
2011-06-25 04:15:46 UTC
Your parent(s) would have to get a pass from Alaska Airlines that would permit them to go through security; generally, only people with boarding passes are allowed through. Some airlines only issue the passes when you've paid for their special Unaccompanied Minor Service, however. I'd advise calling the airline and asking what their policy is, so you'll know before you get there.
Cartesian
2011-06-25 04:47:40 UTC
Your can be very well escorted till the gate since you are a minor. Your parent would also be getting a temporary pass (similar to the boarding pass) which they will be required to show at the security check point. Also the person who will be escorting you till the gate would need to show an photo id like a drivers licence or passport to get the pass. Have a safe trip.
Gerald J
2011-06-25 01:45:42 UTC
Most likely, but they will have to request a gate pass at the check-in counter. In your case, the gate pass will very likely be given to your parents considering your age and are almost always give to minors flying on unaccompanied minor programs.
travelmaster
2011-06-25 02:32:32 UTC
at your age its optional from their website

13-17 Optional $25 USD/CAD each way per child for non-stop/direct flights;

$50 USD/CAD each way per child for connecting flights if service is requested No departures

between

9pm and 5am. Required

Age Requirements and Restrictions



* Unaccompanied Minor Service is required for children, ages 5 through 12 years old at time of travel, traveling without an adult ages 18 years or older or the legal guardian of the Child Traveler(s) on Alaska Airlines.

* Unaccompanied Minor Service is optional for young adults, ages 13 through 17 years old at time of travel, traveling without an adult on Alaska Airlines.

* If a young adult, ages 13 through 17 years old, is making a connection to another airline where they are considered an Unaccompanied Minor, they must also travel on Alaska Airlines using our Unaccompanied Minor service. All applicable rules and fees for both airlines will apply, and an adult must meet them at their connection point to complete the transfer to the other airline.

* Children traveling alone must be at least 5 years old at time of travel.

* The youngest Child Traveler's flight restrictions will apply to all of the other Child Travelers flying together, including those not requesting Unaccompanied Minor Service.



Guardians



* Additional Unaccompanied Minor Service fees apply. Fees are one way and can be paid in each direction during check-in on the Web, at any Alaska Airlines airport kiosk, or at the airport ticket counter.

* The Guardian, and those accompanying them, must obtain an escort pass from the ticket counter in order to escort the Child Traveler(s) to or from the gate. Up to 2 adults and all children, under the age of 13 years old, accompanying the Child Traveler(s) are allowed through the security checkpoint. Please arrive at least 90 minutes early to obtain these escort passes. This pass may not be available in Canada or Mexico (due to customs and immigration requirements) or in stations where the security checkpoint has closed (e.g. evening arrivals). If this happens, an Alaska Airlines representative will escort the Child Traveler(s) from the gate and meet you outside the security checkpoint.

* The Guardian must remain in the boarding area until the Child Traveler's flight has departed.

* A valid photo I.D. is required of the Guardian picking up the Child Traveler(s) and the Guardian must be listed on the Guardian Contact form.

* The Guardian Contact Form must be completed and submitted at check-in in one of the following ways:

* Print/Update your online Guardian Contact Form using the Child Traveler's confirmation code or e-ticket number.

* Print a blank Guardian Contact Form (PDF file is 100k).

* Fill out a blank form at the airport.
Larry
2011-06-25 01:40:00 UTC
Have your parents call the airline and tell them in advance. I believe this is possible, but it is better to set it up before you get there.
Jay
2011-06-25 02:22:27 UTC
yes, when you check in just mention that you need a gate pass for your parent, and they will provide one for you, straightforward actually
Neil
2011-06-25 04:08:57 UTC
Not merely allowed, but required.


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