Apply for an manage your badge with AirBadge

AirBadge is a compliant automation software for airport badge offices. AirBadge automates and tracks all our badges at YKM!

New To AirBadge?

YKM Badge Holders use AirBadge to:

  • Apply for a new badge
  • Renew your badge and update your information
  • Check Status on your application
  • Notify the airport of changes to your badge status

YKM Signatories use AirBadge to:

  • Invite new hires to apply for a badge
  • Authorize or prevent renewals
  • Manage badges under your authorization
  • Respond to TSA badge audits
  • Applicant and Badge Holder Tips

Badge Program Requirements & Instructions

All Badge Office appointments should be scheduled through AirBadge

Don’t forget to bring your IDs to your appointment!

Time to renew? Start your renewal in AirBadge! Badges are required to be renewed prior to their expiration date


Log in to AirBadge using your invitation email. Review the AirBadge help site for assistance.

AirBadge is a closed, secured system. Only invited individuals are authorized to log in. Each email from AirBadge includes your unique login address and link. Be sure to bookmark the page for easy future access.

Can’t find an email from AirBadge?
Ask your signatory to resend the welcome email.

Unable to complete your badge application in AirBadge?
Request accommodations if you are unable to submit your application electronically. To request a paper badge application by mail contact the badge office at (805) 788-2094. Walk-ins are not accepted. Call to request an accommodation and plan an appointment to process your paper application. 

Review the documentation carefully and bring your IDs and documents to every appointment.

Questions? Call the badge office at 509-575-6149

AOA General Process

Invited to AirBadge

Make your profile

Submit your application and ID documents

Reviewed and approved by Signatory then Badge Office

Training is assigned

Complete your training and pick up your badge

SIDA General Process

Invited to AirBadge

Make your profile

Submit your application and ID documents

Reviewed and approved by Signatory then Badge Office

Fingerprints taken at badge office (24 hrs for approval generally)

Training is assigned

Complete your training, and pick up your badge