The Airport Snape meme features a viral photograph of David Dolci, an American Airlines gate agent who gained internet fame for his striking resemblance to the Harry Potter character Severus Snape. First appearing around 2012, the image became a staple of social media humor as fans combined Snape's stern personality with the frustrations of air travel. The meme typically involves wordplay on iconic Snape quotes—like 'Turn to page 394' or 'Always'—reimagined as boarding instructions or security protocols. It stands as one of the internet's favorite examples of a 'doppelganger' meme, highlighting how a simple candid photo can turn an everyday professional into a global pop-culture icon.