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Does anyone know the procedure airport security takes when dealing with passengers who have autism.  I am concerned that my son may panic and refuse a body search and this in itself could look suspicious.  Would a letter starting he has autism give him some form of immunity from this type of physical contact.  

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    It's in the airport's interest to help you get through with the minimum fuss. Speak to them beforehand and ask if there is a fast track as mentioned in Coogybear's article. I expect the staff will be considerate and won't want an incident on their hands so they should be able to do it with minimal fuss.

    Also, show your son what happens to everyone else as you go through. If he can see that this is normal and that he isn't being picked on then he might take it better.

    I don't think you can expect immunity from this as it would be an obvious loophole for the terrorists to exploit.

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  • Former Member
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    It's in the airport's interest to help you get through with the minimum fuss. Speak to them beforehand and ask if there is a fast track as mentioned in Coogybear's article. I expect the staff will be considerate and won't want an incident on their hands so they should be able to do it with minimal fuss.

    Also, show your son what happens to everyone else as you go through. If he can see that this is normal and that he isn't being picked on then he might take it better.

    I don't think you can expect immunity from this as it would be an obvious loophole for the terrorists to exploit.

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