Fresno Airport Lets Non-Passengers Past Security | Fresno News

Fresno Yosemite International Airport is reviving a nostalgic airport tradition—letting non-ticketed guests pass TSA security—to create a more community-connected, welcoming space. New Director Mark Thorpe, who previously led Ontario’s airport with this policy, aims to roll it out by year’s end, inspired by similar programs at 21 other U.S. airports including San Francisco and Seattle. The goal? Turn the airport into a vibrant hub for reunions, dining at spots like Mad Duck or Los Amigos, and casual gatherings—boosting both experience and passenger numbers. While gate passes (free, ID-required) and screening remain in place, the vision is clear: make Fresno’s airport feel less like a transit point and more like a living, breathing part of the city. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e7821342f4563c1b