I just had a thought, after reading through all of the numerous threads on this latest 'incident.' Many folks are discussing how inept the TSA and various foreign security agencies are concerning screening and such, especially in light of this latest idiot.

I'm no big fan of the TSA, however, since the attacks of September 11, 2001, no one has successfully and intentionally brought down an American Airliner. The two attemps that come to mind are Richard Reid (shoe bomber) and yesterday's idiot.

Both 'bombs' failed to explode. So, these various screening agencies have not detected two devices that LOOKED like bombs, but didn't ACT like bombs.

Hmmmm... Discuss amongst yourselves.

(I know that there are many other issues, ie visas, watch lists, etc that pertain to this latest 'incident' but let's keep this thread related to the title.

thanks,
John