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Hopkins Hangout Pass Terms of Use

Overview

The Hopkins Hangout Pass program is available for the personal use of non-ticketed airport guests who would like to access the terminal at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport post-security. The Hopkins Hangout Pass permits guests to assist family members to their gate, greet loved ones arriving on domestic flights, and discover airport offerings, including restaurants, bars, and shops.
 

Application

  • All Hopkins Hangout Pass program applicants must submit a Hopkins Hangout Pass application. Multiple visitors may be submitted under one (1) application.
  • The Hopkins Hangout Pass application will require the following information for each applicant: first and last name (as it appears on the applicant’s Real ID, passport, driver’s license, or other government-issued photo identification), date of birth, gender, email, and reason for visiting the airport.
  • All Hopkins Hangout Pass program applicants, including minors under the age of 18, must complete an application and receive an approved digital Hopkins Hangout Pass.  Any applications for minors under the age of 18 must list an adult over the age of 18.
  • The TSA requires us to collect information from you for purposes of watch list screening, under the authority of 49 U.S.C. Section 114, and the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004. TSA may share information you provide with law enforcement or intelligence agencies or others under its published system of records notice.  For more on TSA privacy policies, or to view the system of records notice and the privacy impact assessment, please see the TSA Website: www.tsa.gov.
  • The TSA reserves the right to deny any application. If your application has not been approved, you will receive an email from hangoutpass@clevelandairport.com indicating that your application has been denied.
  • The DOA will use personal information collected on the Hopkins Hangout Pass application to manage the program, address violations of Hopkins Hangout Pass program requirements, and for program improvement purposes.
     

Terms of Use

  • Hopkins Hangout Passes are only valid for the date applied for and stated on the digital pass. Printed passes will not be accepted.
  • All Hopkins Hangout Pass program participants must enter through the standard security screening lanes available at the North or South checkpoints. Entry is not permitted through the Central security checkpoint. Hopkins Hangout Pass participants may not use TSA Pre-Check or CLEAR lanes.
  • Entry with a valid Hopkins Hangout Pass is available from 7:00 AM through 10:00 PM in accordance with the two-hour range reflected on the participant’s digital pass. Hopkins Hangout Pass program participants must exit through airport security by 10:00 PM.  See https://www.clevelandairport.com/airport/tsa-security for checkpoint hours of operation.
  • Minors under the age of 18 must be escorted by an approved adult Hopkins Hangout Pass participant. Minors under the age of 18 will not be permitted through the TSA security checkpoint without an approved adult Hopkins Hangout Pass participant.
  • One adult Hopkins Hangout Pass participant can accompany up to three (3) minor participants.
    Hopkins Hangout Pass program participants must limit visits to six (6) hours or less once through airport security.
  • Commercial or business/professional use or activities post-airport security using a Hopkins Hangout Pass is expressly prohibited.
  • Engaging in Expressive Activity using a Hopkins Hangout Pass is prohibited. Individuals wishing to conduct Expressive Activity must apply for a permit in accordance with airport rules and regulations.
  • The Hopkins Hangout Pass program may not be used to meet passengers arriving on international flights. Members of the public may meet international passengers arriving at the airport on our baggage claim level.
  • Hopkins Hangout Pass program participants are subject to all airport rules and regulations, including those pertaining to the public use of the airport, as well as all local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Any person who refuses to comply with these terms, rules, regulations, and/or laws may be considered a trespasser.
     

Violation

Any individual who may pose a security risk, a nuisance, or distraction to any airport personnel, passengers, or other visitors and/or who interferes with the safe and efficient operation of the airport and/or who violates any of the applicable terms, rules, regulations, and laws as described herein is subject to the following: (1) removal from the airport; (2) revocation of the privilege to participate in the Hopkins Hangout Pass program; (3) issuance of a notice of violation; and/or (4) issuance of a fine.

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