That's why I asked if it was TSA or Private Security so not sure what your point was.
Originally Posted by
Brighton Line
Some US airports it is not TSA but contracted out. SFO comes to mind that's
Covenant Aviation Security.
TSO's SOP is to make up rules as they feel which I have seen at SFO also. Once it was challenged they guy backed down quickly.
Originally Posted by
Boggie Dog
Doesn't matter, they are still required to work with TSA SOP and follow the exact rules that all other U.S. airports must follow.
If the screener in the U.S. told someone that a 60 ml aerosol wasn't permitted then by TSA's own rules they were wrong. the item was confiscated without cause.