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Old Dec 23, 2009 | 12:40 pm
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unLogical
 
Join Date: Sep 2009
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Originally Posted by mattm00se
I have a question about the liquid policy..

Since you have to assume that all liquids air travelers carry are dangerous explosives, when you confiscate liquids that are > 3.4 ounces, why is it procedure to literally throw all of the dangerous liquid explosives in a big garbage can together (..in an area full of people?)
The theory behind it is that it is preventative methods, people know they can't take liquids over size and thus will not try that avenue. (At least that is my reasoning behind it)

Originally Posted by mugen910
Sorry if this has been answered already but...Why is it a hit or miss when I want to bring my cigar cutter in my carry on? I know I can print out the rules but I'd hate to get into a pissing contest over a $30 cutter.
In Canada, it depends on how accessible the blades are, ie can you easily break it open and use the blades inside as a weapon?
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