[Kerwin at Passrider.com] What Is U.S. Preclearance?

In this issue, I talk about U.S. Preclearance, and a new Passrider feature is coming your way. And don't forget to check out the non-rev tip of the week

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Flight Loads by Passrider — Beta Phase Beginning Soon

As you know, I’ve been building a simple, anonymous flight-load sharing system for airline employees to help the non-rev community plan smarter. I’m moving into beta in a few days. I’ll share what’s new and when it opens more broadly after initial tests. Here’s a sneak peek…

New Guide: U.S. Preclearance (Arrive Like a Domestic Flight)

If your flight departs from a U.S. Preclearance airport, you clear immigration and customs before you board—so you land in the U.S. like a domestic arrival. Faster connections, less stress, and fewer unknowns. I break down what it is, how it works, when to arrive, and also a handy FAQ.


👉 Read the U.S. Preclearance Guide: https://www.passrider.com/us-preclearance-guide/

Upcoming Travels

Travel Bloggers Exchange (TBEX) in Wichita and NBAA in Las Vegas in November. In Wichita, I’ll visit some cool aviation stuff, so will see how that goes. I can’t wait to get some video content for you all.

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Waves & Wellness: Costa Rica • Apr 20–30, 2026

Ten days to reset: sunshine, surf vibes, rainforest calm, and feel-good movement—curated by my friend Casey. A few spots are still open.

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  • You return feeling lighter, stronger, and more focused

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Arenal-area volcano at golden hour—your backdrop for Waves & Wellness (Apr 20–30, 2026)

TRAVEL EVENTS CALENDAR

  • Oktoberfest (Munich, Germany (MUC)) - Saturday September 20, 2025 - Sunday, October 5, 2025

  • Canadian Thanksgiving - Monday, October 13, 2025

  • NBAA - Tuesday, October 14 - 16, 2025

  • U.S. Thanksgiving - Thursday, November 27, 2025

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✈️ Passrider Non-Rev Travel Tip of the Week

Take Advantage of the Shoulder Season Lull

Right now, we’re in one of the quietest windows of the travel calendar — the weeks after summer crowds and mid-Oktoberfest, but before the holiday rush begins. For non-revs, that means a sweet spot:

 Better Seat Availability — With fewer leisure and family travelers in the air, even popular routes may have more open seats.
 Lower Hotel & Transport Costs — Airlines aren’t the only thing that quiet down — hotels, trains, and buses often have off-peak pricing right now.
 Perfect for Bucket-List Cities — This is the time to visit places like Paris, Rome, or Tokyo when flights are easier to snag and tourist crowds are thinner.
 Plan Ahead for the Holidays — Use this lull to practice and refine your backup strategies, so you’re ready when the busy holiday season hits.

Pro move: If you’ve got flexibility, now’s the time to go big — take that long-haul trip you’ve been eyeing before seats tighten up again in November.

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