I am an official document yet by most am rarely used.

I am called upon suddenly yet put away just as quickly.

I am keen on air travel yet never do I see the sights.

I am costly for what I am yet valuable for what they are.

I am often glanced at yet I am always scrutinised.

I am known to become invalid yet time can change.

I am an essential item yet often feared forgotten.

I am akin to a notebook yet book no notes at all.

I am small yet accustomed to being stamped on.

I am not a friend yet do hold a photo of my closest.

I am seen passing ports yet a name should simplify.

WHAT AM I?

Last edition’s Fustigator: Garland