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Families Can See Off, Greet Troops at Airport Gates- TSA permits the airlines to offer a gate pass to family members of arriving or departing U.S. Servicemembers. Though TSA allows this practice, the final decision rests with the airlines, from which family members must request the passes. Each airline, and possibly even airport, has its own rules and procedures. Families interested in obtaining a gate pass need to check with the airline before arriving at the airport to determine the exact rules and procedures. TSA makes this allowance out of support for the armed forces. Though military family members with gate passes can pass through security, they must adhere to all security regulations. This includes removing coats, jackets and shoes, and the liquids regulation. Anything of a liquid or gel consistency must be 3.4 ounces or less and be sealed in a quart-sized storage bag to pass through security. Each family member would have to present the gate pass as well as a valid government-issued identification card. To learn more, go to: http://www.army.mil/-news/2009/12/16/31897-families-can-see-off-greet-troops-at-airport-gates/index.html