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Old Nov 17, 2011, 1:48 pm
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mhnadel
 
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: IAD
Programs: united, american, alaska
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DCA differs from terminal to terminal, but IAD does not. Everyone goes through the main terminal screening. There is a central main screening area where every lane has nude-o-scopes (though often not in use) and the Dulles Diamond Lane which used to be designated for expert travelers but is mostly used for wheelchairs and groups now.

In practical terms, the latter (which may have been renamed by now) tends towards greater nude-o-scope use. (My experience is that it is nearly universal for women, and at least 50% for men.) They do, however, tend to be fairly superficial about the pat down if you opt out.
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