Airport Access Requirements

Tenant Identification and Access Procedures

All tenants and regular users of the Helena Regional Airport are required to obtain an Airport-issued identification badge and access media (gate card) to enter the Airport without the need for an escort.

To apply for an Airport ID badge and gate card, please visit the Helena Regional Airport Administration Office, located on the second floor of the Terminal, during the following hours (excluding holidays):

  • Tuesdays: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • Wednesdays: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • Thursdays: By prior appointment only (8:00 am – 4:00 pm)

For appointment scheduling or additional information, please contact the Airport Administration at (406) 442-2821 Option #1 or via email at [email protected].

Transient Pilots

Transient pilots are not required to obtain an Airport ID. However, if you leave the Airport, re-entry to the Airport Operations Area must be made through the FBO or aviation business where your aircraft is parked.

Airport ID Process

Obtaining a Helena Regional Airport identification badge and gate card involves a two-step process:

STEP 1

Contact the Airport Administration Office to complete an application form, pay the processing fee, provide required identification and fingerprints, if applicable. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will conduct a Security Threat Assessment to determine eligibility for receiving an Airport identification badge. You are required to present acceptable identification to the Badging Officer. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.

Once the application has been submitted, it may take 2 to 14 days to receive clearance from TSA.

STEP 2

You will be notified once the TSA clearance results are returned, at which point you may come in to have your ID badge issued. Upon arrival, you will be required to view a PowerPoint presentation outlining your ID-badge responsibilities and procedures for accessing and using the Airport. A photo ID/access card will be produced and issued to you.

Fee Schedule

  • SIDA Area ID Badge (airline terminal and ramp): $60
  • SIDA Area Renewals: $60
  • Non-SIDA ID Badge (general aviation): $25
  • Non-SIDA Renewals (required every 2 years): $25

ID Application Forms

ID application forms are available for download. Please select the appropriate link below to download the application form you need:

  • Non-SIDA (AOA) ID: For general aviation pilots or anyone not requiring access to the terminal area.
  • SIDA (Security Identification Display Area) ID: For individuals whose duties require unescorted access to secured areas of the airline terminal.