Originally Posted by
KRSW
I would argue that we would be better-prepared to prevent another 9/11 if the TSA was not currently in charge of security. The illusion of security is more dangerous than no security at all. How many successful hijackings have there been from US-originated flights since 1900 to Sept 10, 2001? None. How many have there been since Sept 12, 2001? None. No difference between TSA & without TSA.
By most definitions, DB Cooper was successful. He was not apprehended, though he may not have survived, either.