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Detroit Metro Airport Willow Run Airport Business

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Detroit Metro Airport Willow Run Airport Business

Sponsorship

Badging Overview DTW Badge Process YIP Badge Process Appointments and Hours Security Fees, Rules and Forms Sponsorship

Before You Apply:

  • Background Checks Required: FBI fingerprint check, Security Threat Assessment, Wants and Warrants Check
  • Processing Time: Allow 2-5 days (up to 14 days in some cases)
  • Eligibility: Must have frequent and recurring need for airport access

Badge Sponsorship

Who Needs Sponsorship?

  • No Sponsor Required: Direct airport lessees/contractors; government agencies with airport jurisdiction.
  • Sponsor Required: Companies without direct airport contracts needing security area access.

Required Documents

  1. Sponsor Letter/Form – Must include:
    • Service type and operation details
    • Contract duration
    • Required access areas/doors/gates
    • Sponsor contact name and phone
  2. Letter of Introduction – Must include:
    • Work/service description
    • Client company details
    • Company contact information
  3. Authorization
    • Sponsored companies: Delegation of Authority (signed by sponsor)
    • Direct lessees/contractors: Authorized Signer Form
Sponsor Form (PDF) Delegation of Authority (PDF) Authorized Signer Form (PDF)

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DTW Badge Process

Contact Us

Contact Us

Office Phone: 734-942-3606
Fax: 734-942-3814

Email: security@wcaa.us

Office Hours

Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday open at 7:00 a.m.
The Credentials Office is closed for Lunch 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Mailing Address

Airport Security
Emergency and Support Services
Headquarters, Bldg 610
31399 East Service Drive
Detroit, MI 48242

Additional Contacts

24/7 Airport Response Center (ARC): 734-942-5304/5
Airfield Operations: 734-942-3823 

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is Michigan’s busiest airport, connecting over 30 million passengers annually through world-class terminals and global flight routes.

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