Which individuals may be on the ramp without an airport SIDA badge if they display proper federal ID?

Which individuals may be on the ramp without an airport SIDA badge if they display proper federal ID?

• A. Federal Aviation Administration safety inspectors
• B. Airline pilots in uniform with airline badge
• C. TSA security inspectors
• D. Non-SIDA white badge holders

Answer: (A)

Ramps are restricted areas, but certain federal employees with approved government-issued IDs can access them without a SIDA badge when they’re performing official duties. FAA safety inspectors carry a federal credential that the airport recognizes for ramp access, so they may be on the ramp without a SIDA badge as long as they display their proper federal ID and are there for safety oversight. In contrast, airline crews, TSA inspectors, and anyone who only has a non-SIDA white badge don’t have that specific ramp-access authorization, so they typically need the SIDA credential or an approved escort to be on the ramp.

Ramps are restricted areas, but certain federal employees with approved government-issued IDs can access them without a SIDA badge when they’re performing official duties. FAA safety inspectors carry a federal credential that the airport recognizes for ramp access, so they may be on the ramp without a SIDA badge as long as they display their proper federal ID and are there for safety oversight. In contrast, airline crews, TSA inspectors, and anyone who only has a non-SIDA white badge don’t have that specific ramp-access authorization, so they typically need the SIDA credential or an approved escort to be on the ramp.