Originally Posted by
FliesWay2Much
I can't imagine there will be less bag searches. Of course, we will never know because the TSA doesn't keep those kinds of statistics. There will be bag checks because a clerk won't be able to tell if a container of shampoo is bigger than 100ml. There will be more bag checks because they will be able to see pot and cash more easily. I can also guarantee that there won't be any less clerks at a checkpoint.
I'd posit that it might even increase the # of carry-on bags opened. Use of these machines certainly doesn't seem to have limited opening of checked bags as complaints about damage to bags or contents seems to be increasing. In fact, I would also posit the use of these machines on checked baggage has led to an increase in theft because items can be seen more easily.
Last edited by petaluma1; Sep 12, 2017 at 6:11 pm