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Title: Dumb Question 4: Pilot ID at airports
Post by: Frank N. O. on February 23, 2008, 09:50:10 PM
Ok maybe this isn't quite a dumb question however here's the deal: When working as a commercial pilot do you have a pilot ID (like a driver's license for instance) so you can get cleared to return to your aircraft from inside the terminal? (yes Mary this is partly based on your story). This is also based on the fact that I probably won't be wearing a airlinepilot uniform/suit, and speaking of appearence, would I get laughed at if I arrive with  this kind of shirt (http://www.pilotshop.com/diamond-head-hawaiian-shirt-p-2338.html?osCsid=3008c13ab70eea61a4ee1dfc9e82da85) on? (I'm serious, I actually like it and am thinking of buying one, or two if it's good)

Frank
Title: Re: Dumb Question 4: Pilot ID at airports
Post by: FlyboyGil on February 23, 2008, 09:52:13 PM
KEWL!!!! ::bow:: ::bow:: ::bow::

Kinda like Washburne from Firefly, except it has airplanes on it!!!
Title: Re: Dumb Question 4: Pilot ID at airports
Post by: Oddball on February 23, 2008, 10:28:25 PM
if i go up to  security wearing a helmet,goggles and a flight suit and claim i fly a ag wagon out on the ramp will i get through?  ;D
Title: Re: Dumb Question 4: Pilot ID at airports
Post by: airtac on February 24, 2008, 01:16:47 AM
I just walk up wearing my sunglasses, white scarf, leather jacket, big watch and stupid smile---they let me through without even looking in my gun case! ::unbelieveable::

Seriously, the company issues a picture ID----
Title: Re: Dumb Question 4: Pilot ID at airports
Post by: airtac on February 24, 2008, 01:18:11 AM
By the way, if you like the shirt---wear it |:)\
Title: Re: Dumb Question 4: Pilot ID at airports
Post by: Rooster Cruiser on February 24, 2008, 07:17:34 AM
I haven't had a picture ID since I left the commuter airline in New Mexico that I was Chief Pilot at.  That ID was issued by the Albuquerque airport authority, per US TSA regulations for air carriers and flight crews and it allowed me onto the airline ramp so I could do my job.  It was also accepted by Phoenix Sky Harbor airport authority.

Many US charter and fractional companies issue Flight Crew picture ID's which helps them gain access to the General Aviation ramps at larger airports.  However, it does NOT allow them access to the Air Carrier ramps around the terminals.

Does that help answer your question, Frank?

And BTW... the only Dumb Question in aviation is the one that wasn't asked.   |:)\
Title: Re: Dumb Question 4: Pilot ID at airports
Post by: FlyboyGil on February 24, 2008, 03:30:15 PM

And BTW... the only Dumb Question in aviation is the one that wasn't asked.   |:)\

You're right! Can Superman outrun the Flash? ::loony:: ::loony:: ::loony::
Title: Re: Dumb Question 4: Pilot ID at airports
Post by: BrianGMFS on February 24, 2008, 04:13:28 PM
I have two ID's. One is my company photo ID that has a chip in it that allows me through the secured doors at our hangar. I also have an airport issued ID (10 year background check, fingerprints taken) that allows me to be on the ramp. Since I'm a supervisor, My ID allows me on the air carrier ramp, baggage area along with driving privileges on ramps and (with ATC permission) Runways and Taxiways (for towing aircraft) I also have Escort authority to escort unbadged personnel in the secured area.

Brian
Title: Re: Dumb Question 4: Pilot ID at airports
Post by: Baradium on February 24, 2008, 10:12:08 PM
Two badges here, both of which require a background check.  Company ID and an airport ID.  Had two airport IDs until January, but with recent changes to the system here in Fairbanks they had us pilots return our FAI badges and move towards using just Anchorage badges to meet badging requirements.

With larger carriers, an airport badge might not be neccessary.

Non corporate GA pilots won't really have any fancy badges etc.
Title: Re: Dumb Question 4: Pilot ID at airports
Post by: gibbo_335 on February 24, 2008, 10:15:47 PM
Over (down under) here  :D we have to apply for an ASIC (Aviation Security ID Card) and have to have it BEFORE we can solo or operate out of other airport/fields etc.  It took 3 months of patient waiting, while ALL of my back ground checks where done  ::drinking:: , this card actually held me up from doing my first solo  :(.  We (even GA student pilots like me  ;D not far to go now...pre-check ride day tomorrow!!!) have to dispay it everytime we are on the airside of airfields.
Title: Re: Dumb Question 4: Pilot ID at airports
Post by: G-man on February 24, 2008, 10:37:40 PM
I just tell people I am a friend of Chuck's and I go where I want.. ::drinking:: ::whistle::
Title: Re: Dumb Question 4: Pilot ID at airports
Post by: Oddball on February 24, 2008, 11:38:27 PM
i have a cunning plan to beat security i will wear my overalls and walk thru lol they stink of castor oil and all sorts of other stuff avgas amongst them.  ;D
Title: Re: Dumb Question 4: Pilot ID at airports
Post by: Skid Kid on February 25, 2008, 08:33:26 AM
i have a cunning plan to beat security i will wear my overalls and walk thru lol they stink of castor oil and all sorts of other stuff avgas amongst them.  ;D

Hrmm, sounds like they belong in a HAZMAT right next to mine.  ::thinking::
Title: Re: Dumb Question 4: Pilot ID at airports
Post by: Frank N. O. on February 26, 2008, 03:36:29 AM
LOL, that suit sounds like fun!

Thank you all for the replies |:)\ I was just wondering since hearing that story about Mary not being allowed back out to her plane and one of her "kids" had to come in from the plane to ask what was going on.

Frank
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