Originally Posted by
BubbaLoop
Curiously, there is nothing on the TSA website about any new security measures. The only information is coming from airlines. (But the TSA website has a very nice header asking us to learn more about apostrophes, hyphens and long names, which leads to a text which says nothing about apostrophes, hyphens OR long names. Nice work.)
As far as I can tell, the ban on peeing for the last hour is only for international inbound flights (exactly those long ones in which you need to get up to pee). Terrorists that require leaving their seats (not the current guy), please remember to do your stuff at 90 min before landing, or on domestic flights.
As far as I can tell, the ban on getting to your carry on is also only for international flights. Very effective. And I really want to see the airplane staff keeping all passengers from reaching for their sweaters under the seat, or entertaining them in a book, inflight entertainment and ipod-free environment.
Also, what is the purpose of the one carry on limit? The guy strapped stuff to his legs and now we get one carry on? Why limit the number, and not the size?? Also, apparently, only valid for oversees flights, why??
Why am I asking??
Nappy has spoken.
http://www.tsa.gov/press/happenings/...statement.shtm
DHS Secretary Napolitano Statement on Northwest Flight 253
December 26, 2009
1:00 p.m. EST
"I am grateful to the passengers and crew aboard Northwest Flight 253 who reacted quickly and heroically to an incident that could have had tragic results. The Department of Homeland Security immediately put additional screening measures into place- for all domestic and international flights- to ensure the continued safety of the traveling public. We are also working closely with federal, state and local law enforcement on additional security measures, as well as our international partners on enhanced security at airports and on flights.
The American people should continue their planned holiday travel and, as always, be observant and aware of their surroundings and report any suspicious behavior or activity to law enforcement officials.
Passengers flying from international locations to U.S. destinations may notice additional security measures in place. These measures are designed to be unpredictable, so passengers should not expect to see the same thing everywhere. Due to the busy holiday travel season, both domestic and international travelers should allot extra time for check-in."
Damn the TSA can't get any love from the DHS. Gale are you still out there?