Not quite true about ID being required to get to gate. In USA, under 18 are waived through without ID. Over 18, I have gone through without ID. Be polite, say y

Not quite true about ID being required to get to gate. In USA, under 18 are waived through without ID. Over 18, I have gone through without ID. Be polite, say you misplaced it, and they will make you sign a form. Then on your way. Most of the airport security theater is voluntary. Full body scans are also voluntary. Most soy boiz are too lazy to opt out.