Originally posted by WDW LOVR
It you get hungry or are in another area of the park when your FP time is, don't worry. I've never been turned away from the FP line even hours after the end time printed on the ticket. Just go to the ride and show your FP and away you go. [/QUOT]
Unfortunately, I can tell you from personal experience that this is not always the case. Myself and my two dd's got stuck in Sci Fi. Due to a delay despite a PS and a very slow server we missed our return time for Star Tours by about 15 minutes. The CM would not take or Fast Pass as it was expired.
I have read posts from others who have had an expired FP honored as well as others who, like us, were turned away. If you inadvertantly miss your return time it can't hurt to try but I would not advise using it as a touring strategy. I would advise anyone to just try and be at the ride during your proper return time to avoid dissapointment.
TJ