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SFO Launches Gate Explorer Program

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has launched a new, non-ticketed access program. The SFO Gate Explorer program allows TSA-vetted visitors to go through security without booking a flight. Interested visitors can apply for a pass up to 30 days in advance as well as on the same -day of their intended visit. 

“We are very excited to launch the SFO Gate Explorer program,” said SFO airport director Mike Nakornkhet. “Airports are about bringing people together, and this program creates so many new ways for friends and family to connect, whether on arrival, departure, or even a long layover. This also allows a new audience to enjoy all the shopping, dining, artwork, museum exhibitions and amenities that make SFO so special. My thanks go out to the entire team that made this program a reality.”

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